The All-America Rose Selections (AARS) is a nonprofit association of rose growers and introducers "dedicated to the introduction of exceptional roses for today's gardener." The AARS evaluates roses that are tested nationwide for a two year period, and only the top scoring roses receive the coveted AARS designation. AARS winners must be not only beautiful but easy to grow. In fact, in keeping with the public's growing demand for disease resistance and environmentally friendly gardening, Test Gardens are no longer sprayed. AARS roses must be beautiful and easy to grow.
The San Jose Municipal Rose Garden includes over 80 AARS Winners, ranging from the 2010 selection (to be announced) to the 1946 winner, Peace.
The President of the All-America Rose Selections, Tom Carruth, will be participating in the May 2 "Re-Discover the Rose Garden" celebration and volunteer day on Sat May 2, sponsored by Friends of the San Jose Rose Garden and the City of San Jose. Expect a rosy announcement!
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