Become a member of the Portland Rose Society today!

Visit their website for a wealth of information on roses: PRS

The Portland Rose Society was established in 1888 by Mrs. Georgiana Pittock and some of her neighbors and friends. Their vision was that the glory of the rose would be perpetuated through the years by Portlanders for Portland. Their dream has been kept in focus for over one hundred years by dedicated rose gardeners. From the first rose show in Mrs. Pittock’s own garden in King Heights, to today’s extravaganzas in June at the Lloyd Center, August at the Pittock Mansion, and September at the WA Square Mall, the Rose Society has kept alive the intent and purpose of growing and showing the best of the best of roses for the enjoyment of the citizens of Portland.

Today, the Rose Society membership is strong and growing. Aside from presenting premier rose shows in the United States, they have built the Gold Medal Garden and its bower at the Washington Park International Rose Test Garden and aid in the rose pruning there. Rose pruning demonstrations are offered in the late winter at several Portland area locations, three rose shows are produced, and free rose growing advice and assistance is offered to those who request it.