Welcome
The Mother Lode Rose Society
Local organization of rose enthusiasts located in heart of the Mother Lode. Serving Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado and beyond.
About Mother Lode Rose Society
Learn how easy it is to grow beautiful roses
Monthly meetings featuring educational and entertaining programs, the "Rose Hip" newsletter filled with tips on rose culture and rosy activities. Enjoy special events such as Private Garden Tours, Rose Auction and Little Rose Shows.
Sharing the love of roses with others.
Many of our members have made life long friends
in the Rose Society.
In person monthly meetings that feature programs on rose culture are held first Tuesday @ 1:30 PM of most months in the Auditorium at the Amador Senior Center, 229 New York Ranch Road, Jackson CA.
All ages & abilities. Guests always welcome. Bring a friend!
Upcoming Rosy Events
- Tue Apr 1 @ 1:30 PM "Integrated Pest Management & Beneficial Insects" by Diana Perkins-Sillivan.
- Tue Apr 22 @ 10 AM Private Garden Tour to Diana & Dave Sillivan's in San Andreas.
- Tue Apr 29 @ 10 AM Garden Tour to Master Gardener's Demonstration Garden in San Andreas.
- Tue May 6 @ 1:30 PM "The Rambler Rescue Project" by Anita Clevenger.
- Sat May 10 @ 10 AM Private Garden Tour to Teri Caldwell's in Jackson.
- Tue Jun 3 @ 1:30 PM "Rose Photography for Beginners" by Fred Eshpeter.
MLRS Meetings & Events held in Auditorium
of Amador Senior Center, 229 New York Ranch Road, Jackson
unless otherwise noted.
OUR NEXT MONTHLY MEETING
Tue Apr 1, 2025 @ 1:30 PM - "Integrated Pest Management & Beneficial Insects"
April program topic: Integrated Pest Management and Beneficial Insects by Diana Perkins-Sillivan
How would you like to naturally manage insect pests in your rose gardens? If so, then plan to attend the Mother Lode Rose Society’s April 1, 2025 meeting. Trying to control insect pests is no joke (pun intended) and so MLRS Member, Consulting Rosarian, and Calaveras County Master Gardener Diana Perkins-Sillivan will share with you some strategies you can employ through the use of Integrated Pest Management.
What is Integrated Pest Management (IPM)? She will explain IPM so that you can understand the concepts. The focus of her presentation will be on non-chemical control options of common rose insect pests with an emphasis on the use of beneficial insects to help with rose pest populations. And how do you attract beneficial insects to your garden? She will answer that question as well. Hope to see you there!
IN ADDITION TO OUR FEATURED PROGRAM:
"Member's Minute" - a 5 minute or less presentation by one of our members on any aspect of rose care. This month: "Finger Pruning" by Beverly Rose Hopper.
Little Rose Show - Do you have early blooming roses? Bring them in vase or bottle with name of rose labeled. The Little Rose Show is Display Only/Non-Judged, and is opportunity to share what's blooming in your garden. Also, this month includes a Photography Section. To accompany this month's topic, the theme is Bugs. Photos of insects, on or off roses.
Amador Senior Center Auditorium
229 New York Ranch Road, Jackson CA
Diana Perkins-Sillivan
Mother Lode Rose Society special event
Annual MLRS Rose Auction
This year's Annual Rose Auction was held on Sat Mar 22. A selection of new, old favorites and hard-to-get varieties were featured in the Auction. Thank you to Star Roses for donating 35 bare-root roses. Also included in Auction was a selection of potted roses.
After the Auction, attendees were treated to a delicious chili and cornbread lunch.
Thank you to all who supported this event. It was a lot of fun!
This special once-a-year event helps the Mother Lode Rose Society support our community project of the Public Rose Garden at the Amador Senior Center.
Mother Lode Rose Society - rosy programs & workshops, Little Rose Shows, GArden tours & More
Discover The Mother Lode Rose Society
About The Mother Lode Rose Society
We're a community of people who share a passion for roses. Roses are the world's favorite flower, and nothing provides more flower power than roses. From antique to modern, from large specimens to miniatures, easy care roses for the landscape or those for show, climbing roses for pillars/arches or petite roses for containers, there's thousands of varieties to beautiful your garden - and life.
Upcoming Events
Discover our upcoming programs and special events. From beginner to advanced, we have something for everyone.
Experienced Local Advice
Being a Member of the Mother Lode Rose Society provides the opportunity to connect with other local rose growers who share similar conditions - soils, climate, and dealing with country critters. Learn what roses and what techniques work best for your area.
Join Our Club
Become a part of our community and enjoy the benefits of membership. Membership includes educational and entertaining programs, workshops, private garden tours, the "Rose Hip" digital newsletter, and discounts at local nurseries - Amador Flower Farm and Ridge Road Garden Center.
Mother Lode Rose Society Quick Tip
Pruning Shears: Bypass vs. Anvil
What You Use to Prune, May be More Important
than WHEN or HOW You Prune.
Though many brands, there are two main types of pruning shears: bypass or anvil. Both have two blades but they each cut in a very different fashion.
Bypass pruners have a sharp blade that cuts past, or by-passes, the second blade. Anvil pruners have two blades that meet in the middle, relying on pressure to cut. Bypass pruners, unless they are dull, make a clean cut. Anvil pruners, well picture what an anvil does - it smashes! Instead of a sharp clean cut, an anvil pruner may not only cut, but crush. When the ends of the cane gets crushed, it's likely to dieback.
The only pruner you should use on your roses is a bypass pruner.
When it comes to bypass pruners, Felco has long been considered the gold standard. Felco offers many models with special features such as rotating handle, model for small hands and even a left-handed version. Another brand which has been rapidly gaining popularity among rose buffs are the ARS bypass pruning shears. Super sharp and remain sharp longer. ARS shears also come in several styles and are available on Amazon.
Whether selecting hand pruners, loppers or pole pruner - choose bypass.
Bypass Pruner top, Anvil Pruner bottom
Join or Renew Today
The Mother Lode Rose Society was recently awarded American Rose Society Presidential Citation for 35 years of service to the community.
Annual Membership in the Mother Lode Rose Society is only $20 Individual or $25 Family.
Mail check made out to
MLRS to PO Box 1593, Jackson, CA 95642.
For the Love of Roses
Learn how to grow beautiful roses from rose growers in the heart of the Mother Lode. Whether you are a beginner or expert, the Mother Lode Rose Society is the local organization for rose enthusiasts serving Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado and beyond.
Mother Lode Rose Society
