The first All-America Rose Selections were made in 1940 . Since then, the AARS has become the standard-bearer in the United States for identifying the best rose introductions each year. It should also be noted that there are rose awards from many other countries, especially Great Britain, which are extremely prestigious in their own right.


Roses judged for the AARS are evaluated over a two year period at 24 sites around the United States. Evaluations are made for fourteen categories which include flower form, bud form, vigor, growth habit, disease resistance, hardiness, fragrance, foliage, opening and finishing color, stem strength, flower production, and novelty.


Being selected as an All-America Rose Selection is a rare achievement, and standards are set very high (In 1951, there was no All-America Rose selected!). Interestingly enough, achievement of this award does not guarantee long term appeal, as many of these roses are difficult to find now.

To learn more, you can contact All-America Rose Selections by visiting their website at www.rose.org, or by writing or calling: 
221 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 3500, Chicago, Illinois 60601. 
1 (312) 372-7090

Prior to 1994:   1940-1994 AARS
(View menu on right side of this page for roses AARS winners since 1995).

 AARS Roses

1999 AARS
Betty Boop
Candelabra
Fourth of July
Kaliedoscope

1998 AARS
Fame!
First Light
Opening Night
Sunset Celebration
Artistry

1997 AARS
Scentimental
Timeless

1996 AARS
Carefree Delight
Livin' Easy
Mt. Hood
St. Patrick

1995 AARS
Brass Band
Singin' in the Rain

Prior to 1994
1940-1994 AARS