Best Roses for Your Garden, New and Overlooked!

Which rose varieties should you grow in your garden? Canadian hardies? Species? Learn the difference between a species and a hybrid and when to pick one over the other. Which climbers do well here, and why? Discussion is focused on varieties that thrive along the Front Range and in the foothills and tempts you with the newest introductions. Receive key advice on plant selection and best planting techniques. Let one of our experienced rosarians with the Denver Rose Society guide you through the palette of choices.

In 1986, Congress designated the rose as America's national floral emblem. The popularity of growing roses began thousands of years ago and continues today. This rose-growing series is offered by American Rose Society Consulting Rosarians and experts from the Denver Rose Society and is designed show you how to grow easy-care and beautiful roses for years to come.

Want to learn more? We offer the following classes to help your roses thrive year-round.

April 11, 2026:
Growing Roses in Colorado - Planning a Rose Garden

April 18, 2026:
Pruning and Training Your Roses

August 8, 2026:
Propagate Your Favorite Roses

October 24, 2026:
Putting Your Rose Garden To Bed

Each class is taught by expert rosarians and counts as an elective for the Rocky Mountain Gardening Certificate.

Price: $40, $34 member

Location: York Street

Instructor: David Ingram

David is a Master Consulting Rosarian and Denver Rose Society member.