WELCOME TO THE WORLD FEDERATION OF ROSE SOCIETIES
UPCOMING WORLD ROSE CONVENTIONS
Every three years the WFRS holds major international conventions, bringing together rose enthusiasts and experts from around the world with garden visits and expert lectures.
20th World Rose Convention – Japan 2025 – Hosted by the Japan Rose Society.
During the Convention, you will be able to see how roses are an integral part of the city today by visiting the most attractive rose gardens among of more than 400 in the city. The Convention will be held mainly at hotels within walking distance of Fukuyama’s main station, Fukuyama Station.
THE WORLD FEDERATION OF ROSES SOCIETIES CAN ALSO BE ACCESSED USING THE FOLLOWING SITES:
WORLD ROSE NEWS & BAON
“World Rose News” offers news of activities of the WFRS and member societies. “By Any Other Name” reports on activities to preserve heritage roses around the globe and shares the latest research on rose history.
CONSERVATION AND HERITAGE
The WFRS is committed to the conservation of roses. This page provides links to various resources that deals with this matter.
BREEDER’S CLUB
The WFRS Breeders’ Club was established in 2007. Its members are professional rose breeders, most of whom take part in international rose trials.
FRIENDS OF THE FEDERATION
The World Federation of Rose Societies has established a “Friends of the Federation” to provide an opportunity for individuals to support and promote the WFRS and its objectives.
THE WFRS RECOGNISES EXCELLENCE IN GARDENS, LITERATURE, AND THE BREEDING OF ROSES
AWARD OF GARDEN EXCELLENCE
There are many wonderful rose gardens around the world, but some are truly exceptional from a historical, educational and/or visual point of view.
LITERARY AWARD
Beginning in 2006 the World Federation of Rose Societies Literary Award is awarded to honour outstanding rose books.
ROSE HALL OF FAME & OLD ROSE HALL OF FAME
The world’s favourite roses are chosen by popular vote in the member countries and announced at World Rose Conventions.
