Rose Garden

The garden contains a collection of modern rose varieties and displays their value as free blooming, healthy, colourful flowering plants.

The first plantings took place in autumn of 1986 and each year since then 25 –30 new varieties of Roses have been planted. The main part of the rose garden comprises 16 beds with over 240 varieties, approximately 4100 plants.

New Rose varieties are submitted by Rose Breeders and Rose Growers from various countries and the garden provides an opportunity to assess new varieties growing in climatic conditions common to Glasgow and the West of Scotland.

Rose Trials

New rose varieties are planted each year and once established, the roses are regularly inspected by a panel of experts. Over two summers the roses are assessed for their health, beauty of flower, freedom of bloom, and general effect.
           
International Panel

Each August an International Panel of rose experts carries out the final assessment of varieties on trial. The International Panel includes rose growers and enthusiasts from various countries.

Rose Talks

This series of talks and demonstrations will provide useful tips and guidance on growing and enjoying Roses. Read more about Rose Talks

Awards

Following assessment by the judging panels, awards are made each year to the rose varieties receiving the highest points.

‘The Lord Provosts Cup’ - awarded annually to the rose variety receiving the highest points.

Gold Medal and Silver Medals - awarded to the runners up.

Tollcross Fragrance Prize - awarded annually to the variety judged to be the most fragrant.

    

Best Established Rose - A special award, provided by the Incorporation of Gardeners of Glasgow is made to the most meritorious rose variety established within the trials for ten years.

The Peoples Choice - Members of the public are also involved in judging the roses. Each year the title of ‘The People’s Choice’ is awarded to the rose variety receiving most votes in a competition in which visiting members of the public can nominate their favourite among the roses on trial.
 

Visiting the Rose Garden

Roses start to flower in June and continue to produce flower until late autumn. They are at their most colourful in July and August. Each rose bed has its own plan detailing the rose varieties growing in the bed.

 

2008 Award Winners

The Lord Provosts Cup: awarded to 'Sweetie' raised by Tantau Roses, Germany

Gold Medal: awarded to ‘Brownie Rose’ raised by Harkness, England

2007 Award Winners

The Lord Provosts Cup: awarded to 'Soft Cover' raised by Poulsen, Denmark

Gold Medal: awarded to ‘Keep Smiling’ raised by Fryer’s Roses, England

2006 Award Winners

The Lord Provosts Cup  - awarded to 'Golden Beauty' raised by Wilhelm Kordes Sohne, Germany.

Gold Medal - awarded to ‘Red Finesse’ raised by Wilhelm Kordes Sohne, Germany.

Silver Medals - awarded to:

1 ‘Annick’ raised by Fryer’s Roses, England.

2 ‘SB 2000 27’ raised by Roseraies Sauvageot, France.

Tollcross Fragrance Prize – awarded to ‘Twice in a Blue Moon’ by Tantau Roses, Germany.

Best Established Rose,  - awarded to 'Pretty Lady' by L. Scrivens, England.

The People’s Choice - awarded to ‘Twice in a Blue Moon by Tantau Roses, Germany.