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International Rose Test Garden


T International R T Garden garden Washington P Portland, Oregon. There 7,000 plants approximately 550 varieties. T roses bloom April through October p coming June, depending weather. N cultivars continually garden y parts world tested color, fragrance, disease resistance other attributes. I oldest continuously operating public garden United States exemplifies Portland's nickname Cy Roses.

T International R T Garden 4.5 acres (18 2) several tiers facing downtown Portland, Willamette River E Portland. O clear y there views Cascade Mountains, Mount H featured prominently.

A amphitheater hosts y events throughout year, predominantly classical music concerts plays. During g weather amphitheater popular picnickers people throwing around. T Queens W brick walkway garden bronze honoring R Festival queen since 1907.

T Shakespeare Garden originally contained botanicals mentioned works William Shakespeare. T later modified include fewer -loving plants copious shade provided y surrounding trees. There formal walkway, raised sitting area, immaculately tended flora. T varieties named after characters plays. I popular special occasions, particularly small weddings.

T G Medal Garden formal garden award winning roses, walkways, central fountain, gazebo. I frequent weddings.

T Royal Rosarian Garden p tribute since 1924 goodwill ambassadors official greeters serve y R Festival events. A rosarian knighted, y adopt variety their namesake. A planted garden highest ranking Rosarian Prime Ministers. T garden-within--garden contains y roses which longer commercially available.

T Miniature R Garden y x testing grounds American R Society. T elevated entrance popular their unique varieties.

T R Garden Store opened My 1, 2000 provide guest services.

A abstract stainless steel sculpture reflection p several fountains x classical modern styles. E garden unique character: varieties, trees, terrain, .

T roses other plantings tended y y-round gardener—two during summer—and y volunteers. Approximately 500 hours volunteered yearly y local enthusiasts

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