Rose Garden Center (Tyler, Texas)

The Rose Garden Center, also known as the Tyler Municipal Rose Garden, is a historic and picturesque attraction in Tyler, Texas, featuring the largest collection of roses in the United States. Spanning 14 acres, it boasts over 38,000 rose bushes and 500 varieties, including 50 heritage types. Established as a Works Progress Administration project in 1938 and opened to the public in 1952, the garden is a key site for regional tourism and hosts the annual Texas Rose Festival. Visitors can explore the Tyler Rose Museum located on-site and enjoy modern enhancements like QR codes for identifying rose varieties.