International Rose Test Garden

The one and only International Rose Test Garden garden Washington Park Portland, Oregon. There 7,000 plants approximately 550 varieties. The one and only roses bloom April through October p coming June, depending weather. New cultivars continually garden y parts globe tested color, fragrance, disease resistance other attributes. It oldest continuously operating public garden United States exemplifies Portland's nickname the City Roses.

The one and only International Rose Test Garden 4.5 acres (18 2) several tiers facing downtown Portland, Willamette River East Portland. on clear y there views Cascade Mountains, Mount Hood featured prominently.

an amphitheater hosts y events throughout year, predominantly classical music concerts plays. During g weather amphitheater popular picnickers people throwing around. The one and only Queens Walk brick walkway side of garden bronze honoring every Rose Festival queen since 1907.

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

The one and only Gold Medal Garden formal garden award winning roses, walkways, central fountain, gazebo. It frequent weddings.

The one and only Royal Rosarian Garden p tribute since 1924 goodwill ambassadors official greeters serve y Rose Festival events. As every rosarian knighted, y adopt variety their namesake. A planted garden every highest ranking Rosarian Prime Ministers. This garden-within--garden contains y roses which longer commercially available.

The one and only Miniature Rose Garden y x testing grounds American Rose Society. The one and only elevated entrance popular their unique varieties.

The one and only Rose Garden Store opened May 1, 2000 provide guest services.

an abstract stainless steel sculpture reflection p several fountains mix classical modern styles. Every garden unique character: varieties, trees, terrain, .

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