“A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Such wisdom imparted by Shakespeare immediately resonates as you step into the Municipal Rose Garden in San Jose, California. With over 4,000 shrubs on display, you will find yourself greeted by rose varieties with the most lovely names—Sugar Moon, Summer Dream, and Rainbow Sorbet, just to name a few. Accompanied by the abundance of colors and fragrance, “America’s Best Rose Garden” surely has lived up to its name. Spend an hour or two wandering in this charming garden, and your heart will be full.
Tips
- Late May to June is typically the best time to visit when the roses are at their peak bloom and are most aromatic. Go check them out if you haven’t!