Third Saturday Class – Rose Rustlers

This presentation will explore the history of the rose and why it is the most loved of all flowers. Then we will look at the largest plant-hunting exploit of the 20th century by the “The Rose Rustlers” and their quest to save antique roses and return them to the trade.

Presentation by Ann Brown: Ann is a retired librarian and has been a Master Gardener for 10 years. She is an organic gardener who advocates for pollinators by encouraging organizations and individuals to plant native plants. This past year she has been involved in the creation of three new pollinator gardens on Lookout Mountain. She is also a member of the Wild Ones, North American Butterfly Association, Bee City USA, Xerces Society, Lookout Mountain Beautiful Garden Club, and Tennessee Ornithology Society. She will return to volunteering at Reflection Riding in May. She loves roses and has several of the old roses discovered by the “Rose Rustlers” in her garden.