Greater Atlanta Rose Society

The Magic of Roses: 2025 Rose Show Mother's Day Weekend at Atlanta Botanical Garden

2025 Meetings & events

Let’s learn & get inspired

February 8, 2025

Roswell Public Library

Know what is best for your garden

Presented by Christopher Huffer, GARS member and Consulting Rosarian as part of the GARS Organic Gardening Series. Attend to earn CR credit.

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February 22, 2025

The Carter Center Presidential Rose Garden

Pruning clinic and demonstration

Presented by David Baker, GARS member and Consulting Rosarian. Attend to earn CR credit.

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March 15, 2025

Roswell Public Library

Best companion plants for your rose garden

Presented by Henry Everett , GARS member and Master Rosarian as part of the GARS Organic Gardening Series. Attend to earn CR credit.

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We have even more events scheduled through the year. Open to rose society members and the public.

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About us

Our mission is to encourage, enjoy, and share the cultivation of our national flower—the Rose—in its many varieties throughout our community.

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Become a member

The rose society thrives because of our members. Won’t you join us?

We are an inclusive group of gardeners who share a love of roses. Whether your garden is large or small, or if you’re a novice or expert, we invite you to join us in our volunteer activities, rose shows, and community outreach.

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Member benefit

Members receive The Phoenix

The Phoenix is our bimonthly digital magazine filled with rose care articles and gorgeous photography submitted by members of the rose society.

Download a complimentary issue

While members receive every edition of The Phoenix, you can download a complimentary issue today! If you like it, become a member and never miss an issue.

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Make a donation

Your generosity helps us support and connect with the community.

Sponsors of the rose society are vital to our longevity. Your donations support our community outreach, educational programs, annual rose show, and our newsletter that’s filled with advice and topics specific to rose cultivation.

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Meetings & events

GARS Meeting

Saturday, October 7, 2023
10am to 1pm

Join us for a session about getting your roses ready for fall and winter.

Location: Roswell Public Library, 115 Norcross Street, Roswell, GA 30075

Rose event September 16-18

We’re heading to the mountains for the Deep South District Fall Rose Show & Convention.

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Choosing the ideal roses for your garden depends on sun exposure, soil, and rainfall. We can help you choose varieties that will thrive.

Get rose garden advice

We can answer your rose questions.

Our membership includes consulting rosarians certified by the American Rose Society who provide expert advice specific to our region. We also have master rosarians (consulting rosarians with 10 years of experience) who are also happy to provide guidance. The best part—you don’t have to be a member to connect with a volunteer!

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