Annual Visit to San Jose Municipal Rose Garden

A breathtaking sea of roses awaits at the San Jose Municipal Rose Garden, where floral grandeur meets meticulous landscaping. This iconic garden showcases over 3,500 rose bushes representing 190 varieties, with a special emphasis on American-bred roses displayed in sweeping monochromatic blocks for dramatic impact. Featured Rose Varieties American Classics: Julia Child™ (buttery yellow) Parade Day (vibrant pink) Memorial Day (deep red) State of Grace (apricot blend) Violet's Pride (lavender) Life of the Party (bi-color) German Accent: Iceberg (Kordes' white climber) framing the central fountain Garden Highlights Landscape Design: Expansive rose "rivers" radiating from the classical fountain Picnic-Friendly: Surrounding lawns perfect for floral view dining Disease Report 2023: Heavy black spot/rust due to wet spring (Tea hybrids hit hardest) Mr. Lincoln (barely blooming), Double Delight (struggling) Standout performers: State of Grace (minor black spot, spectacular blooms) Violet's Pride (peak passed but exceptional disease resistance) Personal Wishlist After thorough evaluation, these top 3 performers earned a spot in my 2024 planting plan: Wild Blue Yonder (lavender hybrid tea) Home Run (disease-resistant red shrub) Miss Manners (pristine white floribunda) Pro Tips: Best viewing: April-May (spring flush) & October (fall rebloom) Early mornings = best photography + fragrance experience Volunteer opportunities for rose care workshops 📍 A living catalog where every rose tells its story – and helps you plan next year's garden! #RoseGarden #SanJose #HeirloomRoses #OrganicGardening #FloralDesign #GardenInspo