Badge Roses
American Garden Rose Selections (AGRS)
Multiple Locations
Rose varieties credited with the AGRS award are those that have produced outstanding results in numerous growing environments across the United States. The vigorous testing provides credible insight and is a key indicator of the most reliable rose varieties in the country.
American Rose Trials for Sustainability (ARTS)
Portland, Maine
Two ARTS awards are offered annually. Regional winners are varieties that average better overall score than a local control rose planted in an ARTS trial garden. ARTS Master Rose are exceptional varieties that outperform a control rose across four different climate regions.
All-America Rose Selections (AARS)
Multiple Locations
For over 70 years, the AARS was the preeminent trialing and awards program. Rose varieties were evaluated over a two-year period on numerous characteristics, including hardiness, flower, & fragrance.
Portland's Best Rose
Portland, OR
For 115 years, the portland Rose Society has maintained a high-quality and well sought-after awards program. This annual award is presented to rose varieties that demonstrate superior result when grown in the Pacific Northwest region. Every distinguished variety is honored with inclusion in the Gold Award Garden.