Dr. Griffith Buck Roses

Description, Images and Sources
of Griffith Buck Roses

Dr. Griffith Buck developed many varieties of hardy, fragrant, and beautiful roses during his time at Iowa State University. As a respected member of the rose growers association and the rose growers community Dr. Buck was not only renowned for developing varieties such as "Carefree Beauty" and "Pearlie Mae" but also for his dedication to the industry.

The Buck roses are the proprietary property of the Iowa State University Research Foundation and in recognition of Dr. Buck's accomplishment, a collection of these roses is being established at the new Reiman Gardens in Ames, Iowa.

The following pages contain descriptions, photos, and some industry sources for these roses. Any questions you have regarding these roses or this information can be directed to:

Julie Minot
Germplasm Licensing Associate
310 Lab of Mechanics
Ames, Iowa 50011
phone: 515-294-9442
fax: 515-294-0778
email: jjgus@iastate.edu

This information and images of Dr. Buck's roses are made available courtesy of the Iowa State University Research Foundation and Mrs. Ruby Buck.