Season 15 of the Rose Chat Podcast keeps the celebration going with a conversation every rose lover will enjoy. 

This week, Teresa Byington sits down with Liam Beddall, Head Rosarian for David Austin Roses, to talk about the story behind some of the most beloved roses in modern gardens. From the early vision of David Austin to the careful breeding and selection that continues today, this episode pulls back the curtain on what makes these roses so special.

If you’ve ever wondered how those classic, old-world blooms ended up paired with modern garden performance, this episode is for you. Liam also shares some of the best David Austin roses to grow in today’s gardens, along with insights from behind the scenes at one of the world’s most influential rose breeding programs.

Join us as we celebrate 15 seasons of Rose Chat with a conversation that blends history, horticulture, and a passion for beautiful roses.

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Rose Chat Podcast

VanCleave Media Group

DAVID AUSTIN ROSES

MAR 8, 202654 MIN
Rose Chat Podcast

DAVID AUSTIN ROSES

MAR 8, 202654 MIN

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DAVID AUSTIN ROSES Liam Beddall, Head Rosarian On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with the Head Rosarian of David Austin Roses, Liam Beddall. We’ll delve into the history of David Austin Roses and discuss Mr. Austin’s unique vision that had a nod to the past while looking to the future. We’ll also explore the behind-the-scenes processes that give us these special roses. Liam will also highlight the best David Austin roses for our gardens today. We are excited to learn more about these modern roses that fill our gardens with old-world charm.  ________________________________________________________________   The Rose Chat Podcast Our 15th Season MEET THE ROSE CHAT TEAM 🎙 Executive Producer & On-Air Personality Chris VanCleave – RedneckRosarian.com Chris—aka The Redneck Rosarian—is the mastermind behind the Rose Chat Podcast. He’s a nationally known rosarian, speaker, and TV personality who believes roses are for everyone, not just folks with fancy garden gloves. Whether he's talking bloom care or thorny troublemakers, Chris brings heart, humor, and a whole lot of rose wisdom to the mic. 🎙 Content Creator & On-Air Personality Teresa Byington – TheGardenDiary.com Teresa is a Master Gardener, Consulting Rosarian, and one of the kindest garden cheerleaders you’ll ever meet. She’s been growing roses for decades and still gets excited when one bursts into bloom. With stories, tips, and a dash of garden gossip, she helps make Rose Chat feel like a visit with a good friend, who just happens to be a rose expert. Wanna Keep in Touch? We’d love to pop into your inbox now and then (we promise, no spam—just roses). Click here to subscribe to Rose Chat updates!