* Over 1,100 stunning rose plants
* Historic star brick walkways
* A peaceful setting for relaxation, photography, and enjoying nature
* The beloved annual community event: (https://godonate.akoyago.com/waynecf/fund/rose) 1stBloom&Glow
* A volunteer-run garden with no paid staff

Your contribution directly supports our annual budget expenses, including:
* Purchasing new roses
* Maintaining our aging irrigation system
* Providing compost and other essential supplies

Help us keep the garden blooming beautifully for generations to come.

🔗 Learn more at http://richmondrosegarden.com/donate (https://richmondrosegarden.com/donate/)

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Written by: Willa Pettit, Earlham College Student & Richmond Rose Garden Volunteer

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To the west of the Richmond Rose Garden lies the formal E.G. Hill Memorial Rose Garden, a site of historical and botanical significance. Dedicated in 1937, this garden honors the legacy of Edward Gurney Hill, founder of the Hills Rose companies and is maintained by the Richmond Parks and Recreation Department. Adjacent to the garden is the historic Charles House, another testament to Richmond’s rich history. Despite their proximity, many visitors and locals find it challenging to distinguish between the two gardens, as one is maintained by city funding and the other by volunteers and donations.

The Importance of the E.G. Hill Fountain

In recent years, the fountain located in the E.G. Hill Memorial Rose Garden has not been operational due to various issues, including water leaks. This has led to a lessened experience for garden-goers who expect to enjoy the full beauty of the area. The repair of this fountain is crucial, not just for aesthetic reasons but also for preserving the integrity and allure of the garden.

Funding the Fountain Repair

The total cost of repairing the fountain is estimated at $164,000. This includes restoration of the fountain to its original condition. To assist this effort, the Richmond Parks and Recreation Department has secured a $50,000 state match. In a gesture of community spirit and dedication to enhancing the visitor experience, the Richmond Rose Garden has pledged a $10,000 donation. Thanks to the state’s matching funds, this contribution will be effectively doubled.

A Shared Vision for the Gardens

The Richmond Rose Garden board is committed to collaborating with the Parks Department. Their shared goal is to ensure the fountain’s restoration, enhancing the garden’s charm and visitor satisfaction. A recent Google review underscores the significance of this effort: “The rose garden is a pleasure to stroll through… To our disappointment, the fountain was not working on our visit but I’m sure it’s beautiful.”

For many visitors, the Richmond Rose Garden and the E.G. Hill Memorial Rose Garden are viewed as a unified experience. While they operate independently, there is a strong belief in the importance of partnership to achieve common goals. By helping to repair the fountain, the Richmond Rose Garden board hopes to enrich the garden experience for all who visit, inviting them to “stop and smell the roses” with the added delight of a restored fountain in view.

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Identifying and Removing Dead Canes

1. Inspect the Rose Bush: Begin by thoroughly examining your rose bush for any dead, diseased, or dying canes. These may appear blackened, brittle, or spotted.
2. Remove Dead Foliage: If you notice unsightly spotted leaves, likely caused by a wet winter, gently pull them down and back to remove them.
3. Cut Dead Canes: Look for canes that are black and dead. Cut them back to where you see healthy green growth. Use sharp pruning shears to make clean cuts, which will aid in faster healing.

Promoting Airflow

1. Identify Congested Areas: Inside the bush, remove any small, twiggy canes that are causing congestion. This helps improve airflow and reduces the risk of moisture and fungus development.
2. Shape the Bush: If you prefer a neat, vase shape, you can remove all but an outer circle of canes. This will create a more open center that promotes better air circulation.

Encouraging Outward Growth

1. Locate an Outward-Facing Bud Node: While it’s not essential, cutting back to an outward-facing bud node encourages the bush to grow outward rather than inward. This helps maintain a balanced shape and prevents overcrowding.
2. Make the Cut: When cutting back canes to maintain the desired size, find a swollen nub (bud eye) on the cane that is facing outward. Make a clean cut just above this bud node to encourage new growth in the right direction.

Final Touches

• Clean Up: After pruning, collect and dispose of all removed canes and foliage to prevent any potential spread of disease.

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We also presented 3 special awards given for 2024 -Volunteer of the Year, Friend of the Garden, and Board Member of the Year. We capped off the evening recognizing a special outgoing board member, Beth Van Der Burgt. The awards presented at the event were all photos taken during our 2024 photo contest.

The Volunteer of the Year Award is given annually to a current volunteer who provides significant enthusiasm and outstanding contribution to the Rose Garden through volunteer service.  The individual supports and upholds the mission of the Richmond Rose Garden and is consistently available and reliable. 

2022 Volunteer of the Year Award goes to Kathy Jones!

The Volunteer of the Year Award is given annually to a current volunteer who provides significant enthusiasm and outstanding contribution to the Rose Garden through volunteer service.  The individual supports and upholds the mission of the Richmond Rose Garden and is consistently available and reliable. We would like to present our 2024 Volunteer of the Year Award to Kathy Jones.  Kathy has worked tirelessly at the Rose Garden for three years.  She works not only in her bed “I,” but has also helped tremendously in Bed D.  Kathy didn’t hesitate when I asked her to come early to the work days and help set up for other volunteers.  She never complains when asked to learn new jobs, such as laying bricks along the edges of the beds to help prevent compost erosion.  She even “volunteered” her grandson, Jackson and his friend, Kenny, to haul the heavy bricks for us to the beds.  Those strong arms of young men were appreciated.  She has also served on the Volunteer Committee for the past year.  Thank you Kathy Jones!

2024 Friend of the Garden Award

The Friend of the Garden Award is given to an individual, family, business or corporation that is a current supporter of the Richmond Rose Garden that has given observable or measurable support to the Richmond Rose Garden.

2024 Friend of the Garden Award goes to Darla Bailey and Liz Sneed.

Darla is a Richmond native, who lived her adult life in Louisville, KY.  Darla contacted our organization in the spring about a way to honor her parents, who loved the Rose Garden and the Richmond Symphony.  Together, both organizations worked  to host one of the symphony’s summer series events.  Through Darla’s and Liz’s foundation, the Dalizo Charitable Fund, a Donor Advised Fund of Renaissance Charitable Foundation, they sponsored the two new tree benches we were able to purchase and add to the garden.  They continue to be interested in the success of the garden and are willing to help financially to get projects done.  They also support projects in a new botanical garden in Louisville.  We are glad they are so invested in Richmond!

2024 Board Member of the Year

The Board Member of the Year Award is given to a current board member who demonstrates a continued interest in and support of the Richmond Rose Garden through the contribution of time, talent, and/or resources.  The board member is an advocate for our organization in the community, has good attendance to board meetings & committee members, and follows all board member responsibilities.

2024 Board Member of the Year Award goes to Ann Herrman

Ann has been the chairperson of our annual fundraising event, First Bloom and Glow, since its inception in 2013.  That means for over a decade Ann has organized the balloons, caterers, port-a-lets, police presence, parking lot attendants, ticket distribution, sign making and sponsors for this event that allows the Rose Garden to have a healthy annual budget.  Every year, except one, the profit has increased.  Ann has lots of help.  Many volunteers have assisted with this event that draws so many people in from all parts of the community.  It has become something to look forward to for Richmond families, and something all of us involved with the Rose Garden appreciate.  Thanks, Ann, for working so tirelessly for the community and the garden.

Honoring Outgoing Board Member, Beth Van Der Burgt

We want to thank our outgoing board member, Beth Van Der Burgt.  Beth has been involved with the Rose Garden board for 14 years.  11 of those as president.  She is well connected in the non-profit world and those connections have helped the garden tremendously.  Beth has worked tirelessly on raising funds for the garden.  She has served on the development Committee, finance, special events, bloom&glow, marketing, governance, and executive committees.  She has written numerous grants over the years, allowing the garden to purchase or repair essential structures in the garden.  The walkways, for instance!  Beth also started tracking the number of visitors in the garden, keeps up with rose identification, and along with her husband, Marty, repairs the irrigation system.  Beth also gave up her time to complete the training to become a consulting rosarian. We haven’t even mentioned the countless hours she has spent in her assigned rose garden bed making it beautiful all of these years.

Beth has been “the face of the garden” for many years.  In many ways she has made it what it is today.  Please help us in thanking Beth for the many years of service to the Richmond Rose Garden.

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With over 1,100 rose plants, the Richmond Rose Garden is a haven for nearly the entire spectrum of rose flower shapes and colors, many being All-American Rose Selections (AARS). Our mission is to honor Richmond’s historic rose legacy with a beautiful environment for all to enjoy, and it is operated entirely by volunteers. It is 100% funded by grants and from contributions from donors like YOU! Will you help us?

Throughout the year, the Richmond Rose Garden hosts private events, such as weddings, graduation pictures, family reunions, and several public events. The annual 1stBloom&Glow in June brings the entire community together for an evening of food, fun, music, and glowing hot air balloons. We host an annual Rose Garden Photography Contest and display the winning photos in the garden in July. Other organizations, such as the Richmond Symphony Orchestra and A Better Way Services host events in the garden, too.

Please participate in the 2024 Rose Garden Annual Fund to assist us with accomplishing our objectives for the community. You may send your contribution before the end of the year to the Rose Garden Fund at 33 South 7th Street, Richmond, IN 47374 or donate online via our website: richmondrosegarden.com. You may also use the QR code below which will take you directly to our donation site.

Your support of the Richmond Rose Garden is greatly appreciated. Thank you!!

Lisa Burkhardt

Richmond Rose Garden Board of Directors President

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We would also like to thank the 400+ individuals who purchased a ticket to the dinner portion of the event. The Garden depends on this fundraiser, and we can’t thank the community enough for showing up year after year!

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Please note that we will be hosting two FREE photography workshops (May 15 & May 18). See flyer below for more information.

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Sculpture Society

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Belden Americas Division

David A. Rodgers

Lindley S. Mann

Lisa & Eric Burkhardt

Rohe Family Donor Advised Fund

Van Der Burgt Charitable Giving Fund

Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureau

Rose Society

Annette Warfel

Buckley Excavating

Lucid-Devine Family Fund

Paul & Pat Lingle

Garden Society

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