American Rose Society http://www.ars.org Established in 1892. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 21:34:50 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.3 en hourly 1 Construction begins on Watkins Reflection Pool and Garden http://www.ars.org/?p=502 http://www.ars.org/?p=502#comments Fri, 05 Feb 2010 21:34:50 +0000 mariascott http://www.ars.org/?p=502 Designed by the award-winning Jeffrey Carbo Landscape Architects and Site Planners of Alexandria, LA, the Watkins Reflection Pool & Garden will feature an 80-foot reflection pool with an infinity border to create a place for peaceful reflection and celebration of area residents and visitors and to provide an impressive transition from Klima Rose Hall, the American Rose Society Education and Visitor Center into the 40 acres of rose gardens. Future phases include a surrounding garden, new sidewalks, a beautiful gated entry for brides and an entry pavillion.

The Watkins Reflection Pool & Garden originated in 2006 with a bequest from Dr. Dudley G. Watkins, an ARS member from California. Fundraising is ongoing for future phases, with naming opportunities still available.

Construction began immediately following the groundbreaking ceremony and is expected to be complete by June 2010.

For pictures from the Groundbreaking Ceremony that took place on February 1, 2010, please click here.

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]]> http://www.ars.org/?feed=rss2&p=502 0 Check Out Our Quarterly Bulletins! http://www.ars.org/?p=489 http://www.ars.org/?p=489#comments Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:26:31 +0000 mariascott http://www.ars.org/?p=489 One of the many benefits of membership in the American Rose Society is free access to our online quarterly bulletins. We understand that our members have interests within the wide world of the rose growing hobby that are as varied as they are. Each of our quarterly bulletins discuss in greater detail more specific aspects of our nation’s floral emblem and offer a little something extra for everyone. When you finish reading the last page of American Rose, be sure to check out these bulletins for more rose reading! They are located in the Quarterly Bulletins section under the Members Only menu, and the password can be found on the Contents page of the most recent issue of American Rose.

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]]> http://www.ars.org/?feed=rss2&p=489 0 Register for Planet Roses Shreveport 2010 Spring Conference! http://www.ars.org/?p=462 http://www.ars.org/?p=462#comments Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:42:51 +0000 mariascott http://www.ars.org/?p=462 You’ve heard of Planet Earth and Planet Hollywood. Now you’re invited to Planet Roses — a world filled with roses from beginning to end! Join us April 29 through May 2 for an outstanding ARS Spring National Conference and Rose Show held at the home of the American Rose Society Headquarters, Shreveport, LA. Activities will move between the American Rose Center and the Shreveport Convention Center, with our convention hotel, the Hilton Shreveport, conveniently located adjacent to the Convention Center. With the Shreveport Rose Society and ARS staff as hosts, attendees will choose from a schedule filled with rosy options — all flavored with a bit of Louisiana’s unique culture.

Click here to visit the Conference page for more infomation.

]]> http://www.ars.org/?feed=rss2&p=462 0 ARS 2010 Rose & Garden Buyer’s Guide Available Now! http://www.ars.org/?p=443 http://www.ars.org/?p=443#comments Wed, 13 Jan 2010 17:05:51 +0000 mariascott http://www.ars.org/?p=443 Are you working on a secret recipe for soil, guaranteed to bring you to the winner’s table? Are you searching for a special rose grandma grew? Perhaps you just need a just-the-right-size connector to expand your irrigating system to include your newest bed. To help you in your search for roses and gardening products we have compiled this guide of nurseries and suppliers who are eager to assist you.

Check it out!

]]> http://www.ars.org/?feed=rss2&p=443 0 Volunteers Bring Historic Rose Garden Back to Bloom http://www.ars.org/?p=425 http://www.ars.org/?p=425#comments Mon, 04 Jan 2010 21:10:08 +0000 mariascott http://www.ars.org/?p=425 The Friends of the San Jose Rose Garden is pleased to announce that the organization is featured on Serve.gov, President Obama’s website that promotes volunteerism and community renewal. In 2009, Friends of the San Jose Rose Garden has logged 6,000 volunteer hours, planted 835 roses and rescued and restored a 4,000-rosebush garden, taking it from probation to elation. The San Jose Municipal Rose Garden is the newest AARS Test Garden, one of 23 in the United States. Click here to read the article on Serve.gov.

]]> http://www.ars.org/?feed=rss2&p=425 0 ARS Store is Back Online http://www.ars.org/?p=300 http://www.ars.org/?p=300#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:46:22 +0000 admin http://www.ars.org/?p=300 Purchase memberships, books, calendars and more! Our store is constantly being updated. Be sure to check back for new items as they become available.

]]> http://www.ars.org/?feed=rss2&p=300 0 Under Construction http://www.ars.org/?p=126 http://www.ars.org/?p=126#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2009 01:10:31 +0000 admin http://www.ars.org/?p=126 Dear Friends,

Thank you for visiting the interim website of the American Rose Society.  Our site is currently under construction, and we invite you to visit often to watch our progress.

If you wish to become a member of the Society, our secure online store is temporarily out of service.  Please call us toll free (1-800-637-6534).  One of our friendly membership staffers will help you join.

If you are already a member of the Society and do not find the resource material you need on these interim pages — including forms and reports — please call us toll-free at headquarters (1-800-637-6534).  We will be happy to assist you.

Many of you know that in July 2009, our website was the victim of a catastrophic virus.  The entire site and all of our content was ruined.  Nothing could be saved.  So, we are starting from scratch to build a new and improved site that will offer reliable and timely information about growing roses, as well as all the best resource material you have come to expect from the American Rose Society.

Our website is now totally secure in order to protect our visitors from future viruses.  Launch date for the new website is expected to be early 2010.

We value each of our website visitors.  Thank you for your patience as we work hard to build an exciting new web presence for you to enjoy.

Sincerely,
Jeffrey Ware, Executive Director

]]> http://www.ars.org/?feed=rss2&p=126 0 Welcome to the American Rose Society http://www.ars.org/?p=115 http://www.ars.org/?p=115#comments Tue, 11 Aug 2009 02:45:04 +0000 admin http://www.ars.org/?p=115 Trial Memberships:

Click here to download trial membership form.

The American Rose Society is now offering a four-month trial membership for only $10 to anyone who is interested in becoming members of our organization. Most ARS members are home gardeners who enjoy growing roses and want to expand their knowledge of rose culture.

  • Free advice from Consulting Rosarians. The ARS Consulting Rosarians program connects members with expert rosarians that provide free assistance with your rose questions.
  • Free or reduced garden admissions, a $25 value after just 3 uses. With the ARS Reciprocal Garden Admission program, members enjoy free or reduced admission to and discounts at hundreds of gardens, conservatories, and arboreta nationwide.
  • Free online access to four quarterly bulletins, a $45 value. Previously available by subscription only, the Mini/Mini-Flora Bulletin, Old Garden Rose & Shrub Gazette, Rose Arrangers’ Bulletin, and Rose Exhibitors’ Forum are all now available online for free to all ARS members.
  • 2 issues of American Rose magazine, $16 value. The only magazine devoted exclusively to roses and rose culture, these bi-monthly, 84-page issues feature informative articles and beautiful color photography for beginners and experienced rose growers alike. View a free issue online at www.ars.org.
  • Discounts of up to 30% at merchant partners. The ARS Member Benefit Partner program offers discounts at 14 merchants with new partners being added continuously.
  • A four-month trial membership is valued at $86 for only $10!
]]> http://www.ars.org/?feed=rss2&p=115 0 Weddings http://www.ars.org/?p=103 http://www.ars.org/?p=103#comments Tue, 11 Aug 2009 01:35:54 +0000 admin http://www.ars.org/?p=103 The American Rose Center offers a variety of spaces to meet your needs whether you are planning a beautiful wedding or professional corporate event. Our garden feature the 50-foot Windsounds Carillion Tower, whose resonant chimes combine with the elegant white structure provides a striking entry way to the more than 65 individual rose gardens. One of the most popular locations for weddings is the beautiful rustic Jane Owen and Quinton T. Hardtner Chapel and its surrounding gardens. The Klima Rose Hall is the perfect location for a wedding reception or corporate event.

Click on the links below to see how we can help you create a memorable event at the Gardens of the American Rose Center.

Download Wedding Packet

Facility Rental Maps:
Beaird
Klima
Shehee
Windsounds

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