Did you know that Ohio is the first state to have a law recognizing the importance of native plants for an entire month? That is pretty special! The Ohio Native Plant Month Website defines a native plant as “one that

Is any season more uplifting than spring, when so many things begin to bloom? Among the  favorite early bloomers in the Columbus Park of Roses (CPOR) are the dogwoods. Our dogwood collection includes five species, two of which are native

“Woof woof!” “Bow wow!” “Yip yap!” “Arf arf!” Winter…the time of year when trees have lost their leaves. Sounds carry when the landscape is snow free. As a result, dog owners may be able to identify their furry friends from

You may have noticed what look like orange or red berries on many of the rose bushes throughout the Columbus Park of Roses. These are called “rose hips,” and are the fruits of the rose. They develop as the petals

As the roses in the garden make their final display for 2023, visitors might wonder how the roses are cared for in the fall so that they survive the winter. The Columbus Park of Roses adheres to a few guidelines: