The Zoo's Rose Garden
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Zoo grounds are embellished with organically grown species, antique and
modern roses. These rose varieties were selected for reputed disease
resistance as well as beauty, fragrance, and seasonal-long interest.
No fungicides are used to control blackspot, a major problem in our humid
climate. Instead, we practice good sanitation, utilize organic sprays
and replace susceptible varieties.
Roses are not just landscape features and cut flowers. They have been
used in making commercial fragrances, flavoring foods (especially confections),
and preparing nutritional supplements. Several of the Zoo's animals love
the taste of fresh, organic rose flowers.
The Zoo is also growing "Found Roses". They have survived
unattended for decades around abandoned homesites, old graveyards and
other untended areas. Found roses are resistant to disease, pests and
drought. Rose 'rustlers' are rediscovering the charms of these old beauties
and are propagating them and reintroducing them into commerce. The original
names or the varieties are sometimes unknown, and they are assigned a
study name, which explains the title 'Highway 290 Pink Buttons.'
Look for roses in landscape beds, containers and in
the Zoo's Organic Rose Garden.
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