Pat Shanley - Sustainable Rose Gardening and the future of the American Rose Society

Incoming President of the American Rose Society Pat Shanley joined us this week to chat about the sustainable rose gardening movement that is sweeping the nation and also about what her vision is for the future of the American Rose Society. During this insightful interview, Pat explains "there is a place for you in the American Rose Society, if you are an exhibitor, there is a place for you. If you are a photographer, there is a place for you. If you are a casual gardener, there is a place for you!" and also outlines her plans for the future. This is an interview not to be missed. About American Rose Society Founded in 1892, the American Rose Society is the oldest single plant horticultural society in America.  The ARS is an educational, nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to the cultivation and enjoyment of roses. ARS supports its members by providing educational programs, resourceful publications, and continuing research. We have more than 300 affiliated rose societies in our national network.Most ARS members are home gardeners like you who enjoy growing roses and want to expand their knowledge of rose culture. Many members also enjoy the thrill of exhibiting their roses in competition with other rose-lovers or participating in photography contests and other rose-related activities. The American Rose Society has developed standards and guidelines for judging these competitions and they also publish a schedule of the various workshops, seminars, garden events and rose shows across the United States. The Society publishes an award-winning bi-monthly magazine, American Rose, which is devoted exclusively to roses and rose culture. Rose.org for more info!

For Love Of Roses with Richard Anthony & Brenna Bosch

Richard
Anthony & Brenna Bosch joins us to chat about how For Love of Roses began, how Richard and Brenna met and now a rose named in her honor all that just in time for Valentine's Day! If you exhibit roses, these are
two names you know. They own “For Love of Roses” an online rose shop that is a
POWERHOUSE of exhibition quality roses. Richard is a championship rose
exhibitor, with over 100 Queens of Show to his credit, 5 of which were national
trophies. So I guess you could say he knows his roses! If you love exhibiting roses, you'll enjoy this conversation.   Check out their website ForLoveOfRoses.com 

A Visit To The American Rose Center - Spirit Of America Tour

Join Lisa Smith and Nancy Reid of Big Blend Radio on the Spirit of America Tour as they explore the American Rose Center, Shreveport Louisiana. Headquarters of the American Rose Society, Lisa & Nancy chat with Amanda Figlio about the gardens, the history of the American Rose Society and about roses in general. 
The spectacular Gardens of the American Rose Center are located on a 118-acre wooded tract near Shreveport, Louisiana. The gardens
are home to the national headquarters of the American Rose Society. We are the nation’s largest park dedicated to roses. The gardens were dedicated in 1974, when the American Rose Society headquarters moved to Shreveport, Louisiana from Columbus, Ohio. Today, the American Rose Center features more than 65 individual rose gardens and 20,000 rosebushes, with a variety of companion plants, sculptures and fountains, including the beautiful Dudley
Watkins Reflection Pool. Visit www.Rose.org to learn more.
 

Visit Tyler Texas - Rose Capital of the World - Holli Conley

Explore Tyler Texas with Holli Conley from the Tyler Texas Convention and Visitors Bureau. 
Tyler’s charming brick streets lead visitors to an array of family attractions, quaint antique shops and unique specialty stores. Outdoor buffs enjoy crystal-clear lakes, challenging golf courses and scenic campgrounds that offer fishing, picnicking, paddle-boating and hike and bike trails.
For those who prefer refined culture, Tyler’s exciting Broadway and ballet performances, symphony concerts, world-class art museums and wonderful cuisine are sure to please any palate!
And for rose lovers; well, Tyler Texas dedicates an entire month to celebrate roses with its annual Tyler Rose Festival and this year will host the American Rose Society Fall Nationals. Listen, then plan your next vacation getaway to Tyler Texas! VisitTyler.com 

Edisto Rose Garden - Jay Hiers - Must See Gardens Series

Jay Hiers joins us this week to talk about the magnificent Edisto Memorial Rose Garden in Orangeburg South Carolina. This historic garden is a marvel to behold. Once a gathering area for Confederate soldiers during the Civil War this plot of ground has evolved over the years to become a nationally recognized gathering spot for over 600,00 visitor a year. With thousands of roses on display, this garden is on our list of MUST SEE rose gardens.  Join us each week for the Rose Chat Podcast.  Sponsors:  Haven Brand Soil Conditioners  S & W Greenhouse  

Jolene Adams | American Rose Society

Rose Chat Radio welcomes Jolene Adams incoming President of the American Rose Society.  We'll be chatting with Jolene about the future of rose gardening in American and also about her plans as President of the ARS.  You don't want to miss this exciting broadcast.      Jolene grows over 150 roses of all types - Climbers, OGRs, Minis and Minifloras, Hybrid Teas, Grandifloras, Floribundas, Polyanthas, Austins, Romanticas, Modern and Classic Shrubs.   She lectures widely on computing issues, general gardening topics and on roses.   She fell in love with roses as a teenager and hasn't gotten over it yet......Mrs. Adams was intrumental in moving the ARS into the internet age having served on the Internet committe since its inception.    She is an ARS Certified Master Rosarian, Horticultural Judge and Consulting Rosarian.   She was the publisher of ARS & You a newsletter for Local Society Releations 2006-2009    She has also served in the following capacities at the ARS:   Vice President - American Rose Society 2009-2012 ARS Executive Committee 2007-2012 Chair, ARS Bylaws Committee 2009-2012 Chair, ARS Socitey Relations Committee 2009-2012 Webmaster ARS.org 1995-2009      

Candidate Interview ARS Vice President | Diane Sommers

Join hosts Chris VanCleave & Susan Fox as they welcome Diane Sommers, Vice Presidential candidate for the American Rose Society.    • Past President of the Waukesha & Milwaukee Rose Societies • Diane was the 2005 recipient of the Silver Medal from the North Central District of the ARS • And has the distinction of having been awarded the Bronze medal from both the Waukesha & Milwaukee rose societies.  • Diane is an avid exhibitor and believer in rose shows as a means to educate the public, Diane won the coveted Ralph Moore National trophy for her miniature arrangements and has won multiple awards in district and local shows.  • She is an ARS accredited Horticultural and Arrangements Judge and also a Master Consulting Rosarian.  • Diane currently serves as the North Central District Director for the American Rose Society • She is the current American Rose Society Treasurer and Chairman of the Finance Committee • ARS National Endowment Trust Trustee • A member of the ARS strategic planning committee • 2010 Chairman of the ARS National Miniature Rose Show • Diane is a contributor to Horizon Roses – A national publication known for being an indispensible guide for buying new show roses. Published annually by Robert Martin at RoseShow.com  

Candidate Interview ARS Vice President | Pat Shanley

Join hosts Chris VanCleave & Teresa Byington as they welcome Pat Shanley, Vice Presidential candiate for the American Rose Society.  Ms. Shanley Co-Authored "The Sustainable Rose Garden", considered by many to be groud breaking work, one of the first books about the roses to emphasize environmentally conscious horticulture. Pat is a noted speaker and is founder and current President of the Manhattan Rose Soceity... Offices of note that Pat has held: ARS New York District Director 2006-Present  ARS New York District Assistant District Director 2003-2006 Member of ARS Executive Committee 2009 - present President, Long Island Rose Society 1995 -1997 Founder, Manhattan Rose Society - 2000 President, Manhattan Rose Society 2000 - Present  Chairman, The New York Metropolitan Rose Council  2006 - Present   Chairman, The Great Rosarians of the World™ Lecture Series, East - 2007 - Present Member Board of Trustees, Heritage Rose Foundation 2009 - Present Member Board of Trustees, Queens Botanical Garden 2010 - Present. We hope you'll join us as we chat with Pat on her love of roses and her vision for the future of the American Rose Society