The roses in the garden at Roses of Yesterday and Today begin opening a little later here than most of the Bay Area, due to the unique micro-climate of the garden which is located in a redwood forested canyon with a year-round running stream. Roses begin opening in March, with the Banksia roses in full bloom early April through the end of April, and many of the roses in peak bloom around mid-May. Many of the once annual garden roses do not open until the first week of June, so it may take a few visits to enjoy the full experience. The garden is open every day, including holidays, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Picnic tables are available.

 

Wonderful mini roses potted and in bloom just in time for Mother's Day

 

52nd Annual Mothers Day Weekend Rose Show,  "Bet on the Rose"!

Doors open 6:00 am Saturday March 9, Entries accepted until 8:30 am

 

Mother's Day Weekend Open House marks the end of the bare root shipping season and the premier of the current season's potted roses. Full bloom in the garden typically peaks around Mother's Day making it an excellent weekend to visit the garden, enjoy the blooms, and take home the gift that keeps on giving, a rose plant ( or two or more). Complimentary Ice Tea, Lemonade and Cookies are served and picnic tables and private benches are available for picnicking. The Open House is both Saturday and Sunday of Mother's Day Weekend from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Mother's Day Expo & Exhibits - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.   Bring mom out to enjoy a day at the gardens with exhibits including:

    * Roses for the Lazy Gardener with Paul Zimmerman of Ashdown Roses @ 10:30 a.m.
    * Medicinal & Culinary Herbs with Sondra Scoggins,  Master Gardener @ 11:00 a.m.
    * Mom's get a FREE Makeover by Heather Moseley, Mary Kay Specialist from 11 - 2:00 p.m.
    * Meet & Learn with Ironsmith, James Moseley of Heirloom Stair & Iron 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
    * Meet & Learn with Professional Massage Therapist, Barbara Olsen 11- 2:00 p.m.          
    * FREE  10 minutes chair massages for all mothers!