
Laura Lara
Company
Star Roses and Plants
Job Title
Senior Breeder
Accomplishments
- One of the inventors of hydrangea ‘Sweet Starlight’, a paniculata hydrangea expected to be the company’s largest internal release of woodies.
- Has increased efficiency, reduced errors and decreased time spent with a new system for planting.
- Trains new team members.
Extracurricular
Lending a Hand: Laura loves volunteering with Catholic organizations that work with youth and single mothers.
Fun Facts
Central and South American Roots: A Colombian who has lived in five countries, Laura still can’t get enough of Colombian food, and flowers have been a huge part of her upbringing. Her parents started (and own) a cut-flower farm in Guatemala: “They exemplified for me work ethic and the power of a vision.”