Welcome to the Deep South District

The Deep South District of the American Rose Society represents 19 local rose societies in Alabama, Georgia and Florida. The American Rose Society exists to promote the culture, preservation and appreciation of the Rose, and to improve its standard of excellence for all people, through education and research. Our District’s mission is to help every rose enthusiast grow and enjoy roses in the Deep South. We offer two District Conventions, a Rose Show and other events each year around the District.

October 23-25, 2026 Deep South District Fall Convention and Rose Show – Gainesville, FL

Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel
Address: 4200 NW 97th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606.
(If anyone still needs to get a reservation at the Best Western in Gaines for the DSD Fall Show and Convention, they still have rooms available. If they say they do not have rooms, as to speak to Vanessa or Tichia.)

There will be speakers, the banquet, awards and the Rose Show! Hosted by the Tampa Rose Society.

Get the DSD Fall Rose Show Schedule here:

Deep South District Fall 2026 Rose Show Schedule
Deep South District Fall 2026 Conference Registration Form – Arrangement Workshop

Find a Local Rose Society

Grow with a rosarian community.

There are 19 local ARS-affiliated Rose Societies in the Deep South District. Find one close to you.

DSD Local Rose Societies

Find a Consulting Rosarian

Learn from the best.

CRs pledge to serve the American Rose Society and its local societies by providing rose-growing advice free-of-charge to all people interested in roses.

DSD Consulting Rosarians

Join the American Rose Society

Continue the legacy.

If you have an affection for roses, this is the place where it becomes a passion and a lifelong hobby! Join other rose enthusiasts to share, learn and grow.

Join the ARS

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