October 2014 - American Rose Society

American Rose Society Newsletter for Local Society
Sue Tiffany, Publisher: sunshine-n-roses@q.com
Contents:
Creating My Own Rose Show p. 1
President’s Message ............. p. 2
News from ARS HQ............... p. 3
Wilt-Pruf ............................. p. 4
Penn-Jersey Dis. Conv. .......... p. 5
Book Review ........................ p. 6
The Wonder of Roses............ p. 7
Downton Abbey Roses.......... p. 8
Rose Petal Jelly .................... p. 9
Wyck House Workshop ......... p. 9
Announcements ............. p. 10-12
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Creating My Own Rose Show by Mif Clausen, MR
Soon it will be three decades since I
became a member of the American Rose
Society. During my membership in those
early days there was always an abundance of rose shows. We all had the
choice to either exhibit or attend these
shows as a spectator. We never became
exhibitors, but always attended shows to
enjoy the beauty of the roses.
At my first district show, I studied a
group of ‘Uncle Joe’ blooms exhibited by
John and Donna Hefner. It was unbelievable how perfect those blooms were and
the eye catching appeal they created. I
asked myself, “How can this be?”
Every rose garden starts with a first.
Our first three rose bushes purchased
were an excellent choice. My wife Betty
and I did not know recommended varieties for northern Illinois at that time. We
took a chance and purchased ‘Touch of
Class’, ‘Mr. Lincoln’ and ‘Peace’. All of our
present day ‘Touch of Class’ plants are
propagated off of that original plant.
There is nothing more beautiful than admiring the beauty of blooms and foliage
of ‘Touch of Class’. ‘Mr. Lincoln’ left us a
few years ago, but it gave us many spectacular dark red blooms. We no longer
have the Peace’ rose due to our cold climate, but for many years it was the
queen of our garden. We still grow ‘Alec’s
Red’ for its fragrance and beauty.
Since the beginning of our rose adventure, we have added many new varieties
of all types. Among our present day favorites are ‘Captain Harry Stebbings’,
‘Hot Princess’, ‘Olivia Rose’, ‘Susan Barry’,
‘Grand Amoré’ and many more. Old
standby roses still have a place in our garden and they can give visitors a wonderful show.
We enjoy doing
many things in our
rose gardens. As a
rose fancier, hybridizing has become a
great hobby to enjoy.
I was associated with
a major seed corn
company for over fifty
years. It was natural
to include rose breeding and genetics
into our rose program. I love hybridizing,
but only for self-satisfaction. What have I
created as a hybridizer? Nothing I can
brag about except the pleasure of hybridizing itself. Thanks to Dr. David Zlesak and
Larry Davis for all the great advice and
encouragement along the way.
At the present time, I am using
‘Carefree Beauty’ as my main seed parent. Last winter this old jewel froze down
to the ground level, but rallied back in
the spring and went on to produce many
beautiful blooms and nice plump hips.
Once again we will wait for nature to determine the results of our many ‘Carefree
Beauty’ crosses.
I have heard for many years that roses
are hard to grow. I must honestly say
that, “anything worthwhile is worth extra
effort”. The most important rose growing
ingredients are Tender Loving Care and
Common Sense. You may ask if my garden is perfect and I can’t give you a definite answer. We have weeds, insect and
fungal problems like most rosarians. We
do our best to stay on top of the day-today problems and we are thankful that
we can enjoy our beautiful rose garden.
Over the years, I have been honored
to receive several district awards. This
has been appreciated, (continued page 4)
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ARS President’s Message by Jolene Adams
October brings thoughts of slowing down in the garden, laying by, relaxing in a
deep lawn chair and watching the last of the song birds flit about the herbs and
flowers. Looking for a last few problem insects I suppose … and so do I. I want to ARS President, Jolene Adams,
judging at the Biltmore Interkeep the fall garden as clean as I can so we can go into winter without worrying that
national Rose Trials in May
cocoons and eggs, spores and general yucky stuff will cloak my roses until spring.
That rhythm will prevail at the National Convention being held in Tyler, Texas this
month. The last “bounty” for our members before winter sets in – a last big rose
show, a last chance to hear dynamic speakers, a last time to visit the Gardens of the
American Rose Center in Shreveport before winter sets in. We will be gathering up
and announcing the last of the year’s awards, any changes in trustees for our ARS
trusts, any committee changes, and we will have a presentation by Dr. Byrne and
also the group that helps ARS find venues for our Conventions. I hope you will be there to celebrate with us – it
will be lots of fun and good memories will be made.
Board elections will be held since several of the National Committees are seeking replacements for open positions. Results of the elections will be sent out and also be listed in the November ARS & You. The President and
Vice President will be riding on a float through downtown Tyler with the Texas Rose Festival Parade. During our
ARS Convention, the Rose Queen will be crowned for the Annual Texas Rose Festival.
Several awards will be announced at the banquet held on Saturday evening – including the winners of the National Rose Show awards, the winner of the Gamble Fragrance Award; and, possibly, the winner of the National
Klima Medal. ARS is celebrating our 40 th Anniversary at the Gardens of the American Rose Center outside Shreveport, Louisiana. A wonderful Garden Party will be held – food, fun and entertainment – another chance for an
end-of-season good time!
Come to Tyler and celebrate with us! Make a note in your 2015 calendar for the Spring National Convention
and Rose Show, to be held June 11-14 in Columbus, Ohio.
Enjoy the autumn weather – and I hope to see you soon!
American Rose Society’s Fall National Convention
Roses in the Piney Woods
Join us in Tyler, TX for our Fall National Convention this October!
We have a lot of great things happening from October 15-19
including a post convention tour on October 20!!
October 16–19, 2014: 81st Annual Texas Rose Festival
Register Now!
2014 Events for Rosarians
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Oct. 3-5: Colonial District Meeting and Rose Show, Richmond, VA
Oct. 3-5: Tenarky District Convention & Rose Show, Memphis, TN
Oct. 10-12: NCNH District Conference & Rose Show, San Rafael, CA —link
Oct. 15-19: ARS Fall National Convention & Rose Show, Tyler, TX
Oct. 31-Nov. 2: Deep South District Rose Show & Convention, Gainesville, FL
Oct. 31-Nov. 2: Pacific NW District Conference, Vancouver, WA
Nov. 29-Dec. 2: WFRS Regional Convention, Hyderabad, India —link
May 26-June 1, 2015: 17th WFRS Convention, Lyon France —link
June 11-14, 2015: ARS Spring and Miniature National Conference, Columbus, OH
Sept. 10-13, 2015: ARS Fall Convention & Rose Show, Syracuse, NY
‘Grande Amoré’
Queen of Show
at Rainy Rose
Display shown by
Sue Tiffany
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ARS & YOU
News from ARS Headquarters by Jeff Ware, Executive Director
After a long voyage at sea, art arrived today from Chen Yuhua, noted Chinese rose artist. The art will be on exhibit at the American Rose Center beginning October 19 through February 28. This is the first United States exhibit
of Mr. Chen’s art.
ADMINISTRATION
 Our new Director of Accounting, Teresa Castello, is settling into her responsibilities and has caught up with our
financial reports. She has also designed a new reporting format that should be more transparent and easier to
read for our leaders.
 Roses in the Piney Woods,” our 2014 ARS Fall National Convention, is shaping up to be a great meeting in Tyler,
Texas. Our registration is now at 206. PLEASE NOTE WE ARE EXTENDING OUR DISCOUNT CUTOFF DATE TO
SEPTEMBER 26. Our goal is 250 attendees.
 Texas Rose Festival Queen’s Coronation tickets have been purchased for the 7:00 p.m. coronation on Friday,
October 17. We have space for 20 more guests.
 Please note that we have used 100% of our room block at Holiday Inn South Broad. Our overflow hotel is the
Best Western Plus South Park & Suites, 120 W. Rieck Road, Tyler, TX 75703. Please call 903 -534-8800 and ask
for the American Rose group block. Rooms will be held until October 3.
MEMBERSHIP
 Current membership is 7,835.
 Laura Seabaugh is our new Director of Membership. Her first day was September 5. Laura is busy working with
our eTapestry database and meeting folks. Laura worked with the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra as their
membership director and for her husband, Louisiana Representative Allen Seabaugh. She is a great addition to
our headquarters team.
PUBLICATIONS
 The 2015 Handbook for Selecting Roses went to the printer on July 11. It was mailed with Sept/Oct issue on August 14.
 The 2014 Annual is in production. The articles have been received and edited. The first section was designed
and sent to the Guest Editor, Elena Williams. It is set to go to printer on September 22.
DEVELOPMENT
 With the addition of our new staff members, Laura Pfender is able to assume her duties full time as Director of
Development. Laura has already had some successes that you will hear about soon.
 Annual Fund year-to-date is $119,574 or 62%. Our goal for 2014 is $192,500.
GARDENS & GROUNDS
 On August 28, a hit-and-run 18-wheeler destroyed our beautiful, carved entry sign to the gardens. We estimate
damages at between $7,500 and $10,000, including irrigation, electrical, and roses that were destroyed, as well
as metal edging. The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating.
 Our 40th Anniversary Barbecue Bash is planned to be a fun day for all on Sunday, October 19. We will bus conventioneers from Tyler to Shreveport (and back) for the festivities. Schedule includes food from noon to 2 p.m.
A 40th Anniversary Cake will be cut at 3 p.m. with remarks from visiting dignitaries. Tours of the grounds and
buildings will be available.
 Fifty local schools have signed up to participate in this holiday season’s Christmas Cards to the Community program for Christmas in Roseland.
2014 Events at the American Rose Center
10/19
Bus Tour from ARS National Fall Convention
40th Anniversary Party and Celebration
10/25
5-8 p.m.
Ghouls in the Garden
11/28-12/21 5:30-10 pm 31st Annual Christmas in Roseland
11/22-23 5:30-10 pm
Christmas in Roseland Encore Nights
12/4
5:30-7 pm Christmas Cards to the Community Reception
12/21
5:30-10 pm 31st Christmas in Roseland (Fri, Sat, Sun)
DID YOU KNOW . . .
The ARS has a new web address: www.rose.org. The old
address: www.ars.org will redirect to the new address.
The new email address for Jeff
Ware is jeff@rose.org.
ARS & YOU of Interest
Articles
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Wilt-Pruf by Marie Willard, Heritage Roses Northwest and Rainy Rose Society
Quilts
Article (continued from p. 1)
Wilt-Pruf is the brand name of a spray-on plant protector that is effective in mini-
mizing moisture loss safely. It is made by the company Wilt-Pruf Products in Essex,
Connecticut. The website address is www.wiltpruf.com and the email address is wiltpruf@wiltpruf.com. I have used this many times, but most recently was very glad I
used it on some rooted suckers collected up at Len Heller's on Saturday, July 19 during a very hot afternoon. I sprayed the Wilt-Pruf generously (drippy) on the leaves of
the suckers even before I removed any soil. Next, I allowed the spray to “set up” a bit
so that it formed a soft skin on the leaves. The suckers were then potted immediately in moist soil. I didn't apply any more Wilt-Pruf after I brought the plants home, but
they suffered absolutely no wilt.
Application can include all plant material, indoors or out, growing or cut. It is best
to avoid applying it directly to flower blossoms as it causes some discoloration and
stiffness. Testing it on flowers, you might discover some can be better preserved without cosmetic effect. It should
never be applied to plant material destined to be eaten or used in decoration of food-serving displays.
I found this product at Kent East Hill Nursery, but it is readily available at most garden retail outlets and is modestly priced. Be sure to read the label before using. This is safe around children and pets, but it is wise not to inhale
the mist while spraying it on plants. After using the sprayer remember to wash the sprayer head and stem thoroughly to remove the liquid as it will cause the sprayer to become clogged. Even after drying, the liquid is water soluble so it can easily be removed from hands, clothing or surfaces.
As seen in the Summer 2014 newsletter of Heritage Roses Northwest, Margaret Nelson, ed.
Lyon Roses 2015
17th World Convention
of Rose Societies
SEPTEMBER WAS
NEW ROSE
INTRODUCTION MONTH
Check out the
American Rose Society on Twitter
and on Facebook
for the September daily posts of new roses
being introduced in 2015
May 25—June 5, 2015
For convention information,
registration information,
accommodations, tours and schedule of
events, click here.
Early Bird Registration ends
October 31, 2014
Creating My Own Rose Show (continued from page 1)
but I have also felt bad because so many worthy rosarians have worked very hard and have gone without recognition. I hope this will someday change.
I cannot close without mentioning membership in the American Rose Society. I feel our membership dues are
the bargain of the century. I look forward to receiving the American Rose magazine. I enjoy the great ARS website.
But, most of all, I treasure the rosarian friends that Betty and I have made along the way. As District Membership
Chair for the Illinois-Indiana District, it is my dream to see our American Rose Society membership grow to 30,000
members. All things are possible. Our comments in this article are our way of expressing our loyalty to the rose.
ARS & YOU
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Penn-Jersey District Convention by Bill Kozemchak
The 2014 Penn-Jersey Convention and Rose Show was held on September 4 at the Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey Hotel. This was a one day convention and show with all district activities held on Saturday. There was a hospitality room open Friday evening for those arriving early and also garden
tours on Sunday for those staying over Saturday night. Since the usual Saturday banquet was replaced by a delicious Saturday buffet lunch, many people
left after the awards presentation at dinner time.
The District McFarland Trophy went to Ken Borrmann with an entry of
‘Veterans Honor’, ‘Randy Scott’, ‘Mavrik’, ‘Let Freedom Ring’ and ‘Affirm’.
Bruce Monroe (center) receives
Mike and Sally Wrightstone took the Ralph Moore Trophy with ‘Jean KenneSilver Honor Medal from District
ally’, ‘Breath of Spring’, ‘Bees Knees’, ‘Nancy Jean’, ‘Joy’, ‘Soroptimist Inter- Director Nancy Redington (right) and
national’ and ‘Luis Desamero’. The Buck Trophy went to Bill and Kathy Ko- Region 1 Director Elaine Adler (left)
zemchak with an entry of ‘Carefree Marvel’, ‘Heart
‘n’ Soul’ and ‘Swan’. Ken Borrmann also took the J.
Benjamin Williams Miniflora Trophy with ‘Foolish
Pleasure’, ‘Whirlaway’, ‘Tiffany Lynn’, ‘Shameless’,
‘Abbey’s Angel’ and ‘First Choice’.
The Silver Honor Medal was presented to Bruce
Monroe for his outstanding service to the district.
Bruce was previously awarded the Silver Honor
Medal by the Colonial District. This year the Outstanding Judge for Penn-Jersey was awarded to
Ron Chronister (right) receives
Ron Chronister. Georgie Papale was presented
Outstanding
Judge Award from District
with the Outstanding Consulting Rosarian Award, Griffith Buck Memorial
Director Nancy Redington and
an award long overdue. Diane Wilkerson was ele- Trophy Winner shown by
Judge’s Chair Bruce Monroe
vated to Master Rosarian status for her long time Bill and Kathy Kozemchak
fine work as a Consulting Rosarian.
Pat Lawrence won the Gold Medal Arrangement
certificate, the Mrs. John Signaigo Challenge Trophy
and the Florence McNeil Penn-Jersey Perpetual Trophy. Nancy Redington won the Silver Medal Arrangement Certificate, the Duchess Award, the
Keepsake Award, the Mini Bronze (continued p. 6)
J. Horace McFarland Trophy
Winner shown by Ken Borrmann
Diane Wilkerson (left) received a
Master Rosarian Certificate from
Mary Hahn, President of Jersey
Shore Rose Society (right)
Ralph Moore Trophy Winner shown
by Mike and Sally Wrightstone
Georgie Papale (center) receives
Outstanding Consulting Rosarian
Award from District
Director Nancy Redington
Williams Trophy Winner shown
by Ken Borrmann
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Right Rose, Right Place reviewed by Maria Trevino, Houston Rose Society
How often has someone told you, “I can’t grow roses”? Peter Schneider has written Right Rose, Right Place to demystify the idea that roses
are hard to grow. Mr. Schneider is the editor of the Combined Rose List,
an annual directory of roses in commerce, and Taylor’s Guide to Roses. He
has written numerous articles on roses. And his opinions are not just
“book knowledge.” They are backed up by the experience both he and his
wife have had growing 1,200 different roses spread out over eight acres
in their rural Ohio home.
Choosing the right rose at the start will save you a lot of trouble. The
author highlights over 350 roses and describes their special characteristics that have proven to be outstanding performers in his Ohio garden.
You say Houston is not close to Ohio? Don’t despair. Mr. Schneider does
an excellent job of telling which roses do not fair well in the South and
which will thrive.
The book is divided into three main sections. The first section contains general information about the author’s
garden and descriptions about the rose classes that help to understand the particular appearance of a rose or
where in the garden a rose would be suitable to grow.
The second section is all about roses in the garden and landscape. It contains the descriptions and photographs
of over 350 roses based on whether they are best grown by themselves, grown in beds and borders, or those that
can be happy with other plants. Cutting roses, miniature roses, climbing roses, tree roses and roses in containers
are also discussed.
Included in the descriptions are the class, bloom color and size, hardiness, whether the rose is a repeat bloomer and the overall height of the bush. Information on who introduced the rose is also provided. The descriptions
are detailed and include comments on the rose growth habits in zones other than Ohio. There is a note on each
rose as to the “Right Place” to grow it. The side bars found throughout this section are fun to read and informative. The author uses cut-up mini blinds as plant labels. Noting that tastes in window treatments have changed,
he reports that mini blinds are often found on the side of the road on trash day or at the Goodwill Store.
He had more trouble finding a suitable marker for the labels. After many trials and errors, he found Allflex
markers, used by farmers to mark cow ear tags, work best. The ink lasts for four or more years through rain, sun
and cold. However, this marker is usually found only at real dairy farmer supply houses, not the feed stores
geared for city living.
The last sections deals with the basics of rose care including planting, watering, feeding, pruning and dealing
with diseases and pests. All in all, this is a well thought out introduction to proving that anyone can grow roses—if
they get the right rose for the right spot.
Penn-Jersey District Convention (continued from page 5)
Bronze Arrangement Certificate, the Mini Princess Award
and the J. Benjamin Williams Artistic Trophy. Curtis Aumiller won the Mini Gold Arrangement Certificate, the Mini
Artist Award, the Mini Silver Arrangement Certificate, the
Mini Royalty Award and the Rose Schwarzkopf Arrangement Perpetual Trophy. Elaine Adler won the Judge’s Arrangement Certificate.
The McNeil Trophy, the Signaigo Challenge Trophy, Duke
Arrangement Award and Gold Arrangement Certificate
designed by Pat Lawrence (left)
The Schwarzkopf Trophy, Mini Royalty Award and
Mini Gold Arrangement Certificate Winner
designed by Curtis Aumiller (right)
ARS & YOU
Articles of Interest
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The Wonder of Roses address by Ann Reilly at 1983 New York State District Convention in
Rochester submitted by Meg Peterson
Throughout history, no flower has been so loved by man, so revered, so renowned or as admired as the rose. It is older than the human hands that first drew
pictures of it. Fossils of roses from our Northwest date back 35 million years. The
rose apparently originated in Central Asia about 60 million years ago, spreading
over the entire northern hemisphere (no wild roses have ever been found be grow
below the equator). Five hundred years ago, the Chinese appreciated its value and
cultivated it widely, as have many other past civilizations.
Ancient history is filled with references to the rose. It is said to have grown in the
Garden of Eden, ancient Persia and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. Frescoes with
roses have been found, some dating back to 1600 B.C. Cleopatra welcomed Marc
Ann Reilly
Antony in a room filled with rose petals brought to Egypt from Italy by barge and
camel. Legend says that Nero once spent the equivalent of $150,000 for roses to use at a party. Emperor Heliogabalus
is reputed to have had so many rose petals in one room that his guests suffocated in them.
In ancient Greece and other countries, the rose had a powerful mystique. The symbol of the city of Rhodes was this
revered flower that still grows in abundance on that island today.
The Romans loved roses in a more physical way, using them in candy, wine, pudding, garlands and rose water. For
them it became a symbol of debauchery and secrecy--the origin of the term “sub rosa”. Whenever a secret meeting
was being held, a bouquet of roses was placed over the door of the house that was the appointed meeting place. Rose
growing was a profitable living in pre-Christian Italy and the Romans also imported many cut roses from Egypt. Without modern transportation and refrigeration, this seems to stretch the imagination.
In Greece and Rome, the rose was the flower of Aphrodite and of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. Even today, the rose characterizes womanly perfection and the ministries of love.
Early historians, scientists and men of the arts wrote of its beauty and charm. During the Middle Ages, the rose
became valued for extracts used in various medicines and ointments. Its petals have been use for potpourri and its
hips as a source of Vitamin C.
Shunned by early Christians because it reminded them of pagan Rome, they later kept it alive with symbolism. As
the rose became an intricate part of the Christian religion, they used roses to symbolize the Trinity, chose the white
rose for the Virgin Mary and gave its name to the rosary. A legend claims the briar Rose sprang from Christ's blood as
he wore the crown of thorns. The rose petal contributed to the magnificent stained-glass windows in many cathedrals.
Soldiers throughout history have followed banners decorated with the rose. In his epic work, the Iliad, Homer tells
us that the rose adorned the Shield of Achilles and the helmet of Hector. A well-known historical event, England's War
of the Roses, started in 1455 when the house of Lancaster feuded with the House of York. The red rose of Lancaster
(R. gallica) and the white rose of York (R. alba) soon became the symbols of this war that ended in 1486 when Princess Elizabeth of York married Henry Tudor, a Lancastrian. In 1551, the red and white, two-tone rose, York and Lancaster (R. damascena versicolor), was so named to memorialize the war.
Empress Joséphine was an ardent lover of the rose and attempted to grow every type known at her garden at
Malmaison. During the war years of 1804 to 1814, Napoleon’s soldiers were instructed to stop fighting and gather any
rose they thought might be one that the Empress didn't already have.
No flower is more steeped in folklore and legend and rose. In the United States, Native Americans tell several tales
about the Cherokee rose and its origin. The Grant rose, which has a heavy and unpleasant odor, is said to have sprung
from the blood of a Mrs. Grant, a Florida pioneer who was killed by Seminole Indians during an uprising. Columbus
reportedly picked up the rose bush floating on the water the day before he discovered America in 1492 and the Virginians say their rose (R. virginiana) will die if transplanted to foreign shores.
The perfect flower of the rose has influenced fashion, interior design and architecture. Sculptors, artists and craftsmen have used it more than any other flower. The most popular bloom that adorns silver, china and wallpaper is the
rose. The rose has contributed its pure beauty to coats of arms, awards, currency, coins (some dating to Asia (con. p. 8)
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Articles of Interest
For All the Downton Abbey Fans . . .
‘Anna’s Promise’, a grandiflora from Weeks Roses, will be
the first in a series of garden roses inspired by the awardwinning and very popular British television series Downton
Abbey. It will be available at local nurseries and garden centers in the spring of 2015.
According to the Weeks Roses e-newsletter, “‘Anna’s
Promise’, praises the true heart and integrity of Anna, lady’s
Anna Bates
maid to Lady Mary Crawley. The unique color combination of portrayed by
golden petals with a pink blush and glowing bronze reverse is Joanne Froggatt
a fitting representation of Anna’s character. Elegant blossoms surrounded by
glossy, green foliage, exude a spicy, fruit fragrance.” The rose was created by
Tom Carruth.
Downton Abbey will begin its fifth season in the US on PBS/Masterpiece on
January 4, 2015.
‘Anna’s Promise’
The Wonder of Roses (continued from page 7)
In 4000 BC), emblems, metals and the stamps of some 42 countries. Four states, including Georgia, Iowa, New
York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, and the District of Columbia and England have chosen the rose as their official
flower.
Roses have been immortalized in the arts for centuries. The earliest known painting of a rose dates to the 16th
Century BC rendition of R. gallica. Medieval tapestries are adorned with roses; and, the rose was a favorite subject for Renaissance and Impressionist artists.
Poets and playwrights have used the rose in the romantic language of love. For example, the Greek poetess
Sappho, first named the rose the “Queen of Flowers” in 600 BC. Shakespeare, Omar Khayyam, Gertrude Stein,
Robert Burns and countless others have glorified the rose. Composers and balladeers have given the world thousands of songs romanticizing the most precious of flowers. Those songs include “The Yellow Rose of Texas” and
”Red Roses for a Blue Lady”. Children reading “Alice in Wonderland” or “Beauty and the Beast” learn early of the
role of roses in tradition and folklore.
Kings, queens and presidents have long been associated with the rose. Legendary King Midas is said to have
grown roses, as did Alexander the Great. In 1272, Edward I wore the rose as a badge. Henry IV chose the red rose
as his symbol. Queen Elizabeth I placed the white rose on her banner. George Washington grew roses at his
home; and, after Franklin Roosevelt died, members of Congress wore white roses in mourning.
Modern history will long remember the story of ‘Peace’, hybridized by Meilland in France during the early days
of World War II. He managed to ship bud wood to the United States on the last plane before the fall of France in
1940. Bouquets of ‘Peace’ were presented to delegates of 50 nations at the first United Nations conference in San
Francisco –– the day of truce was signed in Europe. The following August, on the same day ‘Peace’ was announced
as an All-America Rose Selection (AARS) award winner, a cease fire with Japan was signed.
Cut roses have been used to mark special moments. A bouquet of red roses on Valentine's Day says, “I love
you” and many a bride walks down the aisle with a bouquet of pure white roses.
Men have revered the rose so much they have given the name “Rose” to their children, their homes, cities and
their colleges. I myself graduated from Rosemont. This flower is the ultimate in beauty and perfection –– this is
the charisma and wonder of roses.
How can we explain this, the wonder of roses? It is unchallenged elegance, pure radiance, thorned vitality and
delicate petals simulating silk and satin that makes the rose the unequaled “Queen of Flowers". No other flower
gives such an array of shape, size, fragrance or color. More than any of the world's flowers, the rose has captured
the hearts and souls of all. No other flower has so magnificently passed the test of time. No other flower is so
loved or so beautifully says, “I love you”.
Editor’s Note: Ann Reilly Dines and her husband, Alan Dines, were murdered in San Pedro, Belize in 1994. Ann
was a noted American gardening writer authoring more than 50 gardening books.
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ARS & YOU
Rose Petal Jelly
It can be hard to get enough of roses. We want to smell them, decorate with
them and even eat them. Rose jelly is sweet and floral, and is lovely on
buttered bread. Make it with roses you grow yourself to be sure they're
chemical free. You will need liquid pectin (to thicken the jelly) and rose water for flavor. These are available in most supermarkets. Refrigerate the jelly
in jars for up to six months, or you may can it to enjoy the scent and flavor
of roses year-round. Yield: Makes 3 1/4 cups
Ingredients:
 2 cups water
 3 cups unsprayed pink rose petals, thicker tissue at base
of petals removed
 2 1/2 cups sugar
 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
 3 ounces liquid pectin
 1 tablespoon rose water
Directions:
Step 1: Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan; remove from heat. Add petals; cover, and steep for 30
minutes. Strain liquid into clean saucepan. Discard petals.
Step 2:Add sugar and lemon juice to pan. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring, over medium-high heat. Boil 2 minutes;
add pectin, and boil 2 minutes (for firmer jelly, boil up to 2 minutes more). Remove from heat, add rose water.
Pour into sterilized jars, and let cool completely. Store in refrigerator up to 6 months.
Source : Martha Stewart Living, March 2002 at www.marthastewart.com
Editor’s Note: An additional recipe for rose petal jelly along with step-by-step instructions and photos is available on the blog of
Katurah Hein at this link. These photos are used with her permission.
Throughout time, roses were an important component to any apothecary's inventory. From historical
uses like treating scurvy to the rose's timeless use as a fine skin toner, rose petals and hips were valued
for a variety of daily purposes. In addition to identifying uses, no class would be complete without
learning to effectively prepare these at-home remedies. Learn to make your own tea blends, infused
John
Paulwater.
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oils for both culinary and topical use, lotions, salt baths, and your own home-still to‘Pope
make
rose
Take home samples of these recipes to try at home! Hours: 2.00
$5 materials fee payable to the instructor.
There are still openings remaining at this time.
Instructor: Denise Forrest Location: Wyck House, 6026 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, PA
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California Coastal Rose Society
Fourteenth Annual Rare and Unusual
Rose Plant Auction
November 15 and 16, 2014
The membership of California Coastal Rose Society extends a warm welcome to you! The CCRS 14th Annual
Rare and Unusual Rose Plant Auction will take place on
Saturday, November 15 and Sunday, November 16 in
Carlsbad, CA 92011 at Carlsbad by the Sea Resort. We will
offer between 275 and 300 plants, the majority of which
are rare, unusual, not yet in commerce or no longer in
commerce.
Click here for additional information
about the auction and rose lists.
2015 Roses Calendar
To order, call Peggy Spivey at
800-637-6534 ext. 229
$10 each + $3.50 S&H
bulk prices available
Order Early!
REMINDER
Hedrick and Whitaker Award
nominations are due
by December 31, 2014
Links for Rose Lovers
Blogs for Rose Lovers
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RoseShow.com
Rose Gardening World
The Garden Diary
Integrated Pest Management of Roses
Rose Chat Radio
Integrated Pest Management
Rose Hybridizers Association
World Federation of Rose Societies
Heritage Rose Foundation
The Heritage Roses Group
Help Me Find-Roses
Wyck—Historic House|Garden|Farm
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Redneck Rosarian
A Rose is a Rose
HedgerowRose
If Only Sweat Were Irrigation
The Graceful Gardner
Organic Garden Dreams
Dirt Diaries
Gaga’s Garden
A Minnesota Rose Gardener
Inside the Rosarians Garden
Planters Place
Fine Gardening
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ARS Committees – Who, What, Why,
How
Library Committee
Chair—Betty Bickers, TX
This committee works to build a collection of all
known books on rose related subjects in all languages, to preserve and maintain them and to make
the collection available to ARS members and researchers. The committee has oversight for the Walters Library in the Administration building and the
Schorr Library in the Klima Education and Visitor Center building.
ARS Nominating Committee
Chair—Dr. Jim Hering, OH
Join the ARS for just
$10 for a
4-Month Trial
Membership
The American Rose Society is offering a fourmonth trial membership for only $10 to anyone
who is interested in becoming a member of our
organization. Most ARS members are home gardeners who enjoy growing roses and want to expand their knowledge of rose culture.
Four-Month Trial Members receive:
 Free advice from Consulting Rosarians.
 Free or reduced garden admissions, a $25 value
after just three uses.
 Free online access to five quarterly bulletins, a
$45 value.
 Two issues of American Rose magazine, a $16
value. View a free issue online at www.ars.org.
 Discounts of up to 30% at merchant partners.
A 4-month trial membership is valued at $86 for
only $10!
Join Now! You may complete the online form or
call us at 1-800-637-6534.
This committee is composed of all the Regional Directors of ARS. The committee maintains, with the approval of the American Rose Society Board of Directors, a Code and Procedure for ARS National Elections
which is responsive to the desires of the electorate
and which will encourage good candidates to seek
national office. They receive and process nominations
for the national offices of Vice President, Regional
Directors and District Directors. They seek qualified
candidates, as necessary, to insure a competitive ballot and supervise the Tally Committee in the counting
of the ARS National ballots.
Election Reform Committee
Chair—Don Zoromski, WI
This is an Ad Hoc committee and serves at the pleasure of the ARS President. The committee was formed
to examine alleged electioneering abuses and to recommend specific procedures be placed into the
Standing Rules to eliminate the ability to create such
issues in the future.
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not receiving ARS & You, send us their email address
and we will add them to our distribution list.
This monthly e-newsletter is sent ‘by permission’ to all
ARS members, local rose society members and other
rosarians who have subscribed to or requested the
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ARS is a 501(c)(3)
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status covers each
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affiliates.
Please consider making a
donation to the American
Rose Society. Gifts to the
ARS are tax deductible as
allowed by law. The ARS
is grateful for every gift,
no matter the size.
Photo Credits
Rose photos p. 1 & 4 ................................ Courtesy Mif Clausen
Adams photo p. 2 ........................................... Perry Livingston
Rose photo p. 2 ...................................................... Sue Tiffany
Photo p. 4 .................................................. www.wiltpruf.com
Registration Book p. 4 ....................... www.lyon-roses-2015.org
Photos p. 5 .................................... Bill Kozemchak & Tim Hahn
Book photo p. 6 .............................................www.storey.com
Photo p. 7 ........................................................ Mary Peterson
Rose photo p. 8 ................................................... Weeks Roses
Anna’s photo p. 8 ............................................... www.pbs.org
Photos p. 9 .......................................................... Katurah Hein
Rose on page corners ‘Playboy’ ................................. Rich Baer
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The American Rose Society exists to promote
the culture and appreciation of the rose,
through education and research, to members,
to local rose societies and their members, and
to the public.
ARS & You is a monthly publication whose purpose is to report news related to the ARS and publish articles of interest to
rose growers and exhibitors. Opinions expressed in the articles are those of the authors and not necessarily those of the
editor or the ARS. While the advice and information in each newsletter is believed to be true and accurate, neither the authors, editor, publisher nor the ARS can accept any legal responsibility for any errors or omissions should there be any that
have been made. The ARS makes no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to the material contained herein. Articles
from this publication may be freely disseminated in local rose society and garden clubs publications. To respond to items in
this issue of ARS & You, please write to any committee member of the:
ARS Local Society Relations Committee
Sue Tiffany, Chair & Publisher
Mary A. Hext, Editor
Janet Bryant, Editors’ Outreach & Newsletter Exchange
Roman Kwarcinski, Presidents’ Blog
Guinevere Mee, Presidents’ Blog
Charles Shaner, Asst. Editor
Pat Shanley, ARS VP & Chair ARS Marketing Committee
Diane Sommers, ARS Membership Committee Liaison
Dave Stever, Special Projects
Roger Willeghems, Coord. International ARS Members
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