With the atmosphere of a large Edwardian estate, this garden has some 1,800 rose varieties and over 30,000 rose bushes. It therefore attracts rose lovers from all over the world. There are demonstration grounds and the labelling is very informative.
Head Gardener's Comment
Brand new rose garden rebuilt and revamped in 2006. Roses historical and modern and garden plants and shrubs.
History
Royal National Rose Society's Gardens.
Plants of Note
Roses, shrubs, bulbs and companion plants
Address Chiswell Green Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire, England, AL2 3NR Opening times Early June to end September. Wednesday to Sunday from 11am to 5pm. Admission Adult £5.00, Groups 20+ £4 Under 12s Free WebsiteVisit the Gardens of the Rose website
Nearby Garden Nurseries
Garden Nurseries within 30km as the crow flies from this garden.