So here's my 2 cents. Give Veterans Honor Rose bushes to people on your Christmas lists and you will be given thanks for years. They are that good.
Ever since they were introduced they have been winning sweepstakes awards at the flower shows. I hated roses until I saw this one. Every one is a "wow" -- a perfect cutting rose. Trust me on this one. [OK - I'm getting down from my soapbox now]
Not sure if you can plant those during the winter? Any thoughts...
Thank you for telling us about those, haven't heard about them!