PRS 2026 Programming Preview!
Greetings Fellow Rose Lovers!
As winter approaches and our beloved rose gardens lie dormant, PRS has you covered with a lineup of swoon-worthy programming to keep your gardening spirits blooming. Each of these programs can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home via Zoom, so mark your calendars now and get ready to be inspired!
January 18 – Rose World Royalty
We will kick off 2026 by welcoming true Rose World ROYALTY! William Radler, internationally recognized as the creator of The Knock Out® Rose and a revolutionary force in modern rose breeding, will be joining us along with his colleague Bryce Schoen of Rose Innovations, LLC.
They will provide an inside look at the new rose varieties they have developed beyond the Knock Out series, highlighting exceptional disease resistance and long-lasting repeat blooms. Registration for this noteworthy event will open next month, so be sure to secure your spot!
February 15 – European Rose Splendor
Join PRS members Nicky Sensale and Cynthia Giordano for a virtual tour of ten of Europe’s most renowned rose gardens in France and England, including Roseraie du Val-de-Marne (aka Roseraie de l’Haÿ), La Roseraie at Parc de Bagatelle, Claude Monet’s garden at Giverny, Kew Gardens, and the gardens at David Austin and Peter Beales Roses. Travel to Europe without leaving your home and experience the beauty and history of these amazing gardens!
March 15 – A Glimpse of American Grandeur
Returning to the U.S., we will welcome Stephen Reid, Assistant Curator and Head Gardener at The Huntington Rose Garden. Discover one of the country’s most iconic and expansive rose collections, and gain insights from a true expert in rose curation and care.
April 19 – A Match Made in Heaven: Roses & Clematis
Meet the Queen of Clematis, Linda Beutler, author and longtime curator of the Rogerson Clematis Collection in Oregon. Linda will introduce us to the world of clematis and share creative ways to pair these stunning climbers with roses, for show-stopping garden displays.
Registration Coming Soon
We look forward to welcoming you to PRS programs in 2026. Let's grow, learn, and be inspired together!
Photo credits: William Radler, courtesy of roseinnovations.org, Roseraie du Val-de-Marne, courtesy of Sortiraparis.com , The Huntington Rose Garden © The Huntington, Clematis Mrs. Norman Thompson courtesy of Lisa Mundy.
