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Dec 1, 2025
Star Roses and Plants announces leadership change for West Grove location

After 10 years as general manager at the Star Roses and Plants West Grove, Pennsylvania, facilities, Steve Ramsay has transitioned into a new role with the company and is succeeded by Alex Wharton.

Since joining the company in 2017, Wharton has progressed through numerous roles with increasing responsibility, from his initial position as a Grower Tech to his most recent role as assistant general manager. He has a degree in horticulture Science from Oregon State University.

“This was absolutely a planned and strategic transition,” said Bradd Yoder, president, Star Roses and Plants. “Alex has shown incredible leadership and is highly respected by our team. He also has the curiosity and desire to experiment and problem solve, which is invaluable to our company and industry at large. I am confident in his ability to succeed in this role.”

Ramsay remains with Star Roses and Plants as a grower consultant for the company’s internal teams and external partners. He will additionally manage several special projects.

“I can’t think of many people who have had a greater impact on our company and our industry than Steve,” Yoder said. “I am incredibly grateful for all his contributions and his guidance through this transition. His depth of knowledge as a grower is going to be invaluable to our customers.”

Photo courtesy of Star Roses and Plants.


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