The Syracuse Rose Society is the oldest rose society in continuous existence in the United States affiliated with the American Rose Society. Founded in 1911, the Syracuse Rose Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to promote, educate and celebrate the world of roses.
Charitable contributions to continue our work are welcomed! DONATION FORM
STAR ROSES GUEST SPEAKER ON APRIL 11
Join us Thursday, April 11, at 7 p.m. at the Reformed Church of Syracuse, 1228 Teall Avenue. Tim Lomasney from Star Roses will speak about new Star Roses and Plants as well as their breeding program for the best roses and plants for our home. Many of the roses at E.M. Mills Garden are Star Roses.
All are welcome to attend, and there is no charge.
About our speaker:
Tim Lomasney has a 30-year career in horticulture and has been a Territory Manager for Star Roses and Plants since 2024. Star Roses and Plants is a leader in introducing new plants with superior genetics. Our long-standing relationships with breeders all over the world have allowed us to bring some of the most revolutionary plants to market. From the Peace Rose to the Knock Out® Rose, and from the Blue and China Girl Hollies to Akadama™ Hydrangea, our goal is to identify, develop and introduce plants that offer unique or notable features and performance. At Star® Roses and Plants, we have a family of brands, but we also have a family of co-workers and colleagues that share the collective vision of bringing breakthrough plants and programs to market so that the growing, sales, retail and gardening experience is one that we can all benefit from.
THE MILLS GARDEN: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS
The SRS has begun organizing for Rose Day 2024 and it is also the 100th anniversary of the E.M. Mills Garden!
Rose Day 2024 is scheduled for Saturday, June 15 from 11am to 3 pm. Mark your calendars!
For people wanting group tours of the garden, please contact us at our SRS email address.
Volunteer Opportunities!
The Syracuse Rose Society is always looking for individuals and groups to volunteer at the Mills Rose Garden! Work at the Garden begins in April on Wednesday mornings (weather permitting). There is always plenty to do and no gardening experience necessary! Visit our Facebook page for updates!
Do you have a rose question? Do you need rose info?
We're here to help!
Are you looking for help on planting roses?
Need to know how to maintain your roses?
Look no further! Just click on these links (or contact a SRS Rosarian below):
How to prune roses (and other useful links)
Here's a list of Consulting Rosarians who are available to answer your rose related questions.
Baldwinsville: Mary Ann Rink -- 315-652-9145 -- rink4roses@hotmail.com
Cicero: Diane Fini - 315-506-5814 - frogladyi@aol.com
Cleveland: Darlene Lowell -- 315-741-1985 -- darmaried58@gmail.com
Fayetteville-Manlius: Sue Kamp –315-449-2726 sskamp@windstream.net
Fayetteville: Jim Wagner -- 315-637-6276 -- jimdoriswagn@aol.com
Ithaca: Leon Ginenthal -- 607-351-1336 -- derrosenmeister@gmail.com
Little Falls: Jim Kahler -- 315-823-3878 -- jimredrose@hotmail.com
Liverpool: David Stever -- 315-457-4729 -- greenrosedave@aol.com
Liverpool: Debbie Holihan - 315-247-9017 - abstracted44@gmail.com
Manlius: Joe and Ann Gibson -- 315-682-9688 -- ambushe@yahoo.com
Rome: Ronald Broughton - 315-339-4079 - rbrought@twcny.rr.com
Skaneateles: Pat Pohl -- 315-685-0114 -- patriciampohl@gmail.com
Syracuse/East: Dorothy White -- 315-445-1381
Syracuse/East: Pam Dooling -- 315-463-0831 -- jhdpad@twcny.rr.com
Syracuse/East: Sonia Kragh - 315-449-2729 - sykragh@yahoo.com
WEDDING PHOTOS AT THE GARDEN
The Mills Rose Garden is one of the prime locations in Syracuse for outdoor events including summer wedding photos. The Mills Rose Garden was named Best Wedding Photo Spot in the "The Best of Syracuse" Syracuse New Times annual poll.
But did you know a city permit is needed to reserve the park?
Call the Syracuse Department of Parks and Rec to secure a permit at (315) 473-4330.
For the latest SRS news, photos and more go to our Facebook Page.
Get social with the SRS on Facebook!
For rose-related questions or information, contact the Syracuse Rose Society