What the Tulsa Rose Society Offers Rose Growers

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The Tulsa Rose Society (TRS) is a Tulsa-based affiliate of the American Rose Society (ARS) that offers rose growers friendly education, hands-on growing knowledge, and community. It suits anyone interested in rose culture—from beginners to experienced exhibitors—who wants to learn from other growers and take part in local rose activities. The site itself is primarily an informational and newsletter-signup page; joining or contacting the group happens through the channels it lists, such as its Facebook page.

What the Organization Is

TRS exists to promote the culture, preservation, and appreciation of the rose and to improve its standard of excellence through education and research. It has a long local history:

  • 1945: Founded as the Men's Rose Club by a small group of rose enthusiasts. One founding member, Arthur F. Truex, had served as ARS President in 1942.
  • 1969: Renamed the Tulsa Rose Society, and women were admitted.
  • Later: Received a charter from the American Rose Society.
  • 2004: Hosted the ARS Fall Convention and Show in downtown Tulsa, together with the South Central District Fall show, drawing almost 300 rosarians from many states.
  • 2007: Received the Council Oak Award from the Tulsa Parks Department for volunteer work.

Education and Growing Knowledge

The society's core offer is practical rose-growing education delivered by experienced members:

  • Consulting Rosarian Program — members share rose-growing experience through this program.
  • Seminars and mid-winter workshops — recurring formats for learning horticulture methods and new rose introductions.
  • Accredited judges — TRS currently has nine ARS Accredited Judges and four ARS Accredited Arrangement Judges, a signal of the depth of expertise within the group.

For someone deciding whether to join, this means access to people who can answer growing questions and demonstrate techniques rather than only general advice.

Community and Events

TRS frames itself as a community for people who want to "cultivate your passion for roses through friendly education and community." Members have historically participated in shows and conventions, and the society's stated objective is to study and encourage rose culture and promote interest in and love for the rose. The site points visitors to its Facebook page as the place to connect.

How to Get Involved

The website offers a newsletter signup form (first name, last name, email address) for news and updates, and states that privacy is respected. To join the society or ask about meetings and events, use the Facebook link provided on the site. Note that the site does not publish membership pricing or meeting schedules, so those details need to be confirmed directly with the organization.

Is It a Good Fit?

If you want… TRS is a good fit because…
To learn rose growing from experienced locals Consulting Rosarians, seminars, and workshops
A community of fellow growers Friendly education and community focus, Facebook connection
Exposure to shows and rose culture History of hosting and participating in ARS shows and conventions
A formal credential or certification Not offered by TRS itself; judge accreditation is an ARS matter

If your interest is roses and you are in or near Tulsa, the society's combination of education, expertise, and community makes it worth contacting through its Facebook page or newsletter signup.