Oh WOW, you got Papa Goose! That has been on my wish list for a while. Well they are a couple so I think it would be fine. I would love to see your pics.

I did get to meet Heidi. She was very friendly.

First Try -- H. Douglas 2010, 32" scape, 5" bloom semi evergreen , mid season, Rebloom, rose purple w/ slightly darker halo over yellow to green throat. Fertile both ways. Tet. Bud count. 16-20. 4-5 way branching

Papa Goose -- Heidi Douglas 2011

Papa Goose -- H. Douglas 2011, Dip , Semi-Evergreen. Scape 32", bloom 8", early-mid season, Rebloom , 3 way branching , pod and pollen fertile , diamond dusted. Unusual form, cascade coral pink with a darker pink eye and curling petals and sepals.

Do you grow Thema Douglas? It looks nice in pictures. I have yet to see it in a garden setting.

I have Thelma Douglas but when I got it, it wasn't blooming. I've seen it at BrownsFerry and believe me, it's Stunning!!!

Wow I may have to make a day trip!

The very best time to go is for their Open House which is usually the first weekend in June. The provide a wonderful lunch and the plants are at peak bloom. Charles and Heidi are happy to let you take a peek at their seedling beds and the plants they have that are being watched for future introductions. My suggestion is bring your checkbook, or credit card, drive a big vehicle with plenty of room and enjoy this beautiful place (my Disneyland). I PROMISE you will NOT be disappointed!!!

I bought several of their intros in early June. Here are the ones that have bloomed. I stress these are not the best blooms because they are the first blooms on the plants.

I'm Gonna Love You Through It


Coastal Grand was a bonus.


I got Papa Goose too, but it did not scape. I do have The Color of Wonderful getting ready to bloom, so I'll try to post pics of it.

Debra, did you order directly from the Douglas'? Nice collection!

Those two are beautifully photographed in all their blooming glory!

Teresa - Yes, I ordered directly from Browns Ferry Gardens. They sent very nice plants with multiple fans.

Becky - Thanks! I would expect those to look much better next year.

The Ladies of my Life -- Charles Douglas 2013 Tet. Evergreen, scape 29", bloom 6", mid season, Reblooms, bud count 16-20, 3 way branching, super frilly pale yellow with pink blush, showy, fragrant. Parents. Thelma Douglas x Yankee Princess"

Coastal Grand is beautiful! Debra. The Douglas' are great about giving great bonus plants. If you all aren't tired of looking, here is another one of theirs that's growing in my garden. This is Chick Magnet.


2014 Charles Douglas, Tet, Evergreen, 27" scape, 6.75" bloom, mid season, Reblooms, bud count 16-20, 3 way branching. Baby ribbon pink with small cream yellow slightly ruffled edge.

Suga - Both of those are exquisite! Wow! Thanks for sharing your photos and info!

I am very happy to share them, I'm glad you are enjoying them ....I hope, as much as I do when they are in bloom!

Here's The Color of Wonderful! This is the ffo from this morning. This is one I'm going to adore.

Oh my Debra! That is gorgeous!!! I will have to add The Color of Wonderful to my wish list!

Suga - I think The Color of Wonderful is a great addition to my garden. I noticed last night it is sending up another scape.