A Rosy Day Out
Join us for Christianson’s Annual Rose Festival, where garden experts from across the Pacific Northwest share insights on rose care and celebrate the beauty of the season. Enjoy lively talks from Ciscoe Morris and John Christianson—“The Rosebuds”—along with rosarian and author NitaJo Rountree, and take part in our community rose display featuring entries from amateur and expert growers alike.
A Celebration in Full Bloom
What to Expect
Roses, Garden Wisdom & Summer Inspiration
Enter Your Garden Roses
9- 11 a.m.
Share your best blooms! Enter your garden roses in our friendly Rose Competition in the Schoolhouse between 9–11 a.m.
All About Roses
1 p.m.
Join rosarian and author NitaJo Rountree at 1 p.m. under the White Tent as she shares her expertise on growing and caring for beautiful roses in the Pacific Northwest. With decades of experience and a deep love of roses, NitaJo offers practical advice and inspiration for gardeners of all levels.
A Guided Tour with John Christianson
11 a.m.
Join John Christianson for a guided stroll through the Schoolhouse Gardens as he shares some of June’s favorite plants and seasonal highlights.
Keynote Speaker: Ciscoe Morris
3 .p.m
Don’t miss the 3 p.m. keynote under the White Tent, where Ciscoe Morris and John Christianson—affectionately known as “The Rosebuds”—share their favorite roses, companion plants, and plenty of lively garden wisdom. Expect an entertaining and informative conversation celebrating the beauty, fragrance, and timeless charm of roses.
A Rosy Day Out
A Celebration of Roses, Fragrance & Garden Beauty