Tyler Texas Roses

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Sister Nelson visiting the 14-acre Rose Garden in Tyler Texas. A favorite of many visitors is the one-acre Heritage Rose and Sensory Garden, which has antique rose varieties that date back to 1867.

The Azalea trail is part of the visit as well.

Approximately one-fifth of all commercial rose bushes produced in the United States are grown in around Tyler, while over one-half of the nation's rose bushes are packaged and shipped from this area.

Reflection pools to enjoy

Today, the 14-acre Rose Garden has something for everyone. This popular section of pool and fish ponds is located in the southwest corner of the Garden and contains over 30 varieties of 19th century garden roses. The Heritage Garden also features a perennial border demonstrating plants that combine well with roses.

We came to Texas expecting to see only oil wells and cactus are were amazed by the flourishing beauty of East Texas. What seems even more surprising were the beautiful Tyler Roses.

The Azaleas with Sister Nelson

Elder Nelson with Sister Nelson

The Yellow Rose of Texas

From late April until frost, the Tyler Municipal Rose Garden blooms with nearly 40,000 rose bushes exhibiting approximately 500 varieties of roses. Over 100,000 people from around the world visit the Rose Garden annually.

A crew to keep it all looking nice!

Jack n Gaye