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| Spring 2009 | ||
| Despite the freezing temperatures around many parts of the country, spring and rose planting season - is right around the corner for many (or already upon you, for those lucky enough to live in warmer climates).
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Share Your Best Rose "How To's" at eHow.com | ||
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If that wasn't enough incentive, when you publish and article by April 30, 2009 the article will be automatically entered in a chance to be featured in the Official AARS Quick Guide! We'll also badge you as an AARS contributor on the eHow site so that everyone knows about your expertise. We encourage you to visit www.ehow.com/aars to learn more and become part of the new AARS eHow expert community. | ||
Region's Choice: The Best Regional Roses for 2009 | ||
 We expanded our list of the best regional roses for 2009, to help rose lovers around the country find the best roses for their specific gardens and climate. These recommendations are based on performance without spraying, and with no protection, to ensure that the plants are both beautiful and easy to care for. Click here to learn more about Region's Choice and the best roses for your area. | ||
Making a Difference
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We are very proud of our network of 125 public gardens, and one of our favorite things is hearing the "success stories" that come from around the country. | ||
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| We encourage you to visit your own local Public Garden, enjoy the gardens' roses, and consider getting involved. Click here to find the Public Garden nearest you: www.rose.org/enjoying-roses | ||
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April: "National Gardening Month" | ||
| In honor of National Gardening Month, we've captured a few simple tips for selecting a planting site for this year's new rose plants. Choosing the right place for your rose is the first step to a long, happy, rewarding life for your plant. Even if it's too early to plant your roses, it's not too early to plan or dream! www.rose.org/selecting-a-planting-site | ||
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One particularly exciting story involves the San Jose Municipal Rose Garden which was in serious disrepair, and on the brink of losing its official AARS Public Garden accreditation. In response, local rosarians Terry Reilly and Beverly Rose Hopper formed the non-profit "Friends of San Jose Rose Garden" bringing together a very motivated community of caring volunteers which partnered with city staff/officials to revive the garden. The Garden has now reclaimed it beauty and is an inspiration for other gardens nationwide. To learn more about this wonderful public garden and the volunteer group, visit the Friends of San Jose Rose Garden website.