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Antique Rose Emporium

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Antique Rose Emporium

Rose Nursery Specializing in Antique Varieties
Nursery & Display Gardens in Historic Independence, Texas.
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Visit our retail display garden in Independence Texas or view our mail order catalog: http://www.weAREroses.com

DISPLAY GARDEN CENTERS:
INDEPENDENCE, Texas
979-836-5548
979-836-7236 (Fax)
10,000 FM 50, Brenham, TX 77833
Tues-Sat 10am-5:00pm, Sun 11am-5:00pm

Wedding venue info https://www.facebook.com/areweddings

11/21/2024

🌟 Holiday Hours Announcement 🌟

As the holiday season approaches, we want to share our upcoming closure dates for the Nursery & Display Gardens so you can plan your visits accordingly:

🦃 Thanksgiving Day: Closed Thursday, November 28th
🎄 Christmas Day: Closed Wednesday, December 25th
🎉 New Year’s Day: Closed Wednesday, January 1st

We hope these days bring you joy, rest, and cherished moments with loved ones. 💕 Thank you for letting us be part of your gardening journey this year!

🌹 Friendly Reminder: We’ll be open all other days during our regular hours, so feel free to call or email us before these holiday dates to order the perfect gifts or plants for the gardener in your life!

Happy Holidays from all of us at Antique Rose Emporium! 🎁✨

11/20/2024

✨ Lights in the Gardens Are Ready to Shine! 🎄

Bring the whole family and experience the magic of the season with our beautifully lit gardens! 🌟 We’re staying open late till 7 PM on these special nights:

📅 December 6th, 13th, & 14th

🎅 Holiday Fun Awaits! Enjoy:
Photos with Santa 🎁
Holiday Mini Sessions 📸
Mom & Me Stocking Decorating 🎨
Our full Charity Day & Christmas Classic Car Show 🚗✨
And SO much more!

🌐 Check out our Upcoming Events page on our website for all the festive details! https://i.mtrbio.com/lxyckxjoef Don’t miss this unforgettable Christmas celebration in the Gardens! 🎄🌹

11/20/2024

🌱✨ New Gardening Bundles Are Here! ✨🌱

We’re thrilled to introduce our brand-new Gardening Bundles, which are now available on our website! These thoughtfully curated bundles make it easier than ever to find the perfect holiday gift or level up your gardening game!

👉 https://i.mtrbio.com/zfsznkbzgw

🎁 What’s in store?
Kids’ Gardening Kits 🌈: Fun and educational for your little green thumbs!
Tea Lover’s Bundles 🍵: Everything you need to craft cozy, garden-inspired teas.
Fertilization Bundles 🌿: Designed to nourish your garden and keep your plants thriving.

And more!
Each bundle is tailored to provide quality, convenience, and a touch of garden magic for you or someone special. 🌟
🌐 Shop now on our website and discover your perfect bundle today! Whether you’re shopping for yourself or checking off your holiday gift list, these bundles will surely delight you.

👉 https://i.mtrbio.com/mrhjzokdhm

Let us know in the comments which bundle you’re most excited about! 💬✨

11/19/2024

🌹 Exciting Sales Are Blooming! 🌿

Get ready to spruce up your garden (and under the tree!) with some fantastic savings!
Here's what we have in store exclusively at our Nursery & Display Gardens located at 10,000FM 50 in Brenham, Texas from Friday, Nov 29th - Sunday, Dec 1:
✨ ALL Roses Rolled Back to $29.95!
🌱 Plus, enjoy extra savings on additional plant material throughout our Nursery & Display Gardens.

Want more? Keep an eye out for exclusive online deals—details coming soon!

📅 Mark your calendars and plan your visit to stock up on your garden favorites at unbeatable prices. Let’s grow something beautiful!

11/19/2024

🌟 Holiday Hours Announcement 🌟

As the holiday season approaches, we want to share our upcoming closure dates for the Nursery & Display Gardens so you can plan your visits accordingly:

🦃 Thanksgiving Day: Closed Thursday, November 28th
🎄 Christmas Eve & Christmas Day: Closed Tuesday, December 24th, and Wednesday, December 25th
🎉 New Year’s Day: Closed Wednesday, January 1st

We hope these days bring you joy, rest, and cherished moments with loved ones. 💕 Thank you for letting us be part of your gardening journey this year!

🌹 Friendly Reminder: We’ll be open all other days during our regular hours, so swing by before the holidays to find the perfect gifts, décor, or plants for your garden!

Happy Holidays from all of us at Antique Rose Emporium! 🎁✨

11/18/2024

🌹 Unlock the Magic of Climbing Roses 🌿

Dreaming of a garden filled with charm, elegance, and breathtaking blooms? Climbing roses are your answer! Whether cascading over a fence, adorning a trellis, or adding bold beauty to your home’s walls, these versatile roses offer endless possibilities. 🏡✨

In our latest carousel, we’re diving into:
🌞 How much sunlight your climber needs
🏗️ Tips for training your rose to climb beautifully
✂️ Pruning dos and don’ts for thriving blooms
🌿 The difference between climbers and ramblers
🚫 Why pots and climbers don’t mix

Climbing roses take a little patience, but trust us—the reward is oh-so-worth it! Which tip surprised you the most or that you found valuable? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

📸 Swipe through for all the essential info to start your climbing rose journey!

11/18/2024

🎉 You asked, we listened: 𝑬-𝑮𝒊𝒇𝒕 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆!🎉

Finding the perfect gift just got easier! After hearing your requests and working diligently with our team, we’re thrilled to officially launch Antique Rose Emporium E-Gift Cards! 🌹✨

💌 These gift cards are perfect for every occasion:
🌟 Birthdays
🌟 Weddings
🌟 Retirements
🌟 Holidays
🌟 Honoring a loved one
🌟 Teacher & “Thank You” gifts

How it works:
📧 Choose the dollar amount that suits you best.
📧 Add your personal message.
📧 Send instantly or schedule it for a special day!

🔗 Redeemable online and valid for one year from the date of issuance.

Prefer shopping in person? We’ve got you covered with physical gift cards available at our Garden Center! 🌿

Give the gift of roses and garden dreams today. 🌹 Tap the link in our bio to order your e-gift card now or head to: https://www.antiqueroseemporium.com/collections/gifts/products/gift-card

11/17/2024

So excited for this beautifully shared reel created by Houston Style Magazine 😍🌹✨

11/15/2024

🎄✨ Feature Friday: Christmas Rose Inspiration! ✨🎄

Transform your garden into a holiday haven with our Christmas-inspired roses! This Feature Friday, we’re showcasing classic reds and snowy whites that bring festive cheer and elegance to any space. 🌹

Holiday Reds ❤️: These vibrant reds capture the warmth of the season. Add bold color to your garden with Cramoisi Superieur and Altesimo. For a unique touch, let the rich red rose hips of Always Hope shine as natural holiday accents!

Winter Whites 🤍: Looking for a snowy effect? Icecap is the perfect choice, offering crisp, pure blooms that echo the season's frosty beauty and pair beautifully with rich reds and evergreen decor. You can also enjoy the timeless elegance of Ducher!

Ready to add a little holiday magic to your garden? Check out all of these lovely rose varieties on our website today!🌹✨

11/14/2024

🌿🚨FLASH SALE ALERT!🚨🌿

Get ready to snag incredible deals on ALL plant material (excluding roses) during our in-person Flash Sale at the Nursery & Display Gardens! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 16th, and plan to arrive early—the earlier you shop, the bigger the savings! 🕒

Here's how it works:
⏰ 9am-11am – 50% OFF!
⏰ 11am-1pm – 40% OFF
⏰ 1pm-3pm – 30% OFF
⏰ 3pm-Close (5:30pm) – 20% OFF

This is one day only, so set those alarms and come early for the best savings! We can't wait to see you at our Nursery & Display Gardens at 10,000 FM 50 Brenham TX 77833 🌱✨

11/12/2024

📸🌹 Calling all rose lovers—our Rose Photo Contest ends November 30th! Don’t miss your chance to enter your best shots featuring any ARE rose variety (not just ARE-bred roses!) and be in the running for these fabulous prizes:

🏆 1st Place: $100 Gift Certificate, ARE Merchandise Bundle, Gardening Goodies Bundle, and a copy of Empress of the Gardens
🥈 2nd Place: $75 Gift Certificate, Website/Social Media Spotlight, and an ARE Shirt
🥉 3rd Place: $50 Gift Certificate and Website/Social Media Spotlight

We’re excited to see your garden masterpieces! Submit your entries through the link in our bio or to the link below. Let’s celebrate the beauty of your garden blooms together! 🌹✨

https://i.mtrbio.com/iwzvjwaioq

11/11/2024

🌹 Seasonal Rose Care Guide is Here with Tips for Container Planting!🌹

Antique Rose Emporium has partnered with our friends at MicroLife Organic, Biological Fertilizer to bring you a full seasonal guide, packed with tips and tricks to keep your roses thriving year-round! From container care and mulching techniques to timely fertilizing tips and watering strategies, this guide has everything our rose lovers need for each season.

Why MicroLife? 🌱 MicroLife’s organic fertilizers and soil amendments are designed to support resilient growth and beautiful blooms, making them the perfect fit for your rose garden, whether in-ground or potted. With sustainable, all-natural ingredients, you can trust that your roses are getting the best care possible.

Here’s a quick look at what’s inside:

Container Tips 🌿: Roses in containers need a little extra TLC. Learn how to choose the right pot size, water, and mulch to protect against extreme weather!

Mulching Magic 🍂: Keep roots insulated through temperature changes with proper mulching techniques. Seasonal mulching is crucial, and the guide has all the do’s and don’ts.

Smart Fertilizing 💪: Avoid winter stress by timing your fertilizing right. Early spring and early fall are best—plus, learn how organic nutrients help roses stand up to seasonal changes.

Watering Wisdom 💧: Avoid overwatering by waiting until the top few inches of soil dry out, and leach out excess minerals to keep container soil fresh!

Follow our Seasonal Rose Care Guide to see your roses flourish through every season. Check out the link in our bio or head to our website to read the full guide!

Happy rose gardening from your ARE family & MicroLife team! 🌸

11/08/2024

🌹 Feature Friday 🌹
Welcome to our new weekly series where we dive into unique rose facts, care tips, and little-known details you’ll love! This week we’re highlighting the unsung hero of the rose world: rose hips! These colorful, berry-like fruits that form after blooms fade are packed with benefits and uses. 🌿✨

Why Rose Hips Are Amazing: Rose hips are loaded with Vitamin C, making them an immune-boosting powerhouse, plus they have anti-inflammatory properties that support skin health and aid digestion!

Ways to Enjoy Rose Hips:
🍵 Herbal Tea: Brew them for a warm, tangy tea that’s perfect for cozy evenings.
🍯 Infused Syrups & Jams: Their sweet-tart flavor adds a delightful twist to jams, syrups, and even candies.
🥗 Culinary Additions: Try adding dried rose hips to soups, stews, or salads for an extra boost of flavor and nutrients.
💆‍♀️ DIY Skincare: Rosehip oil is a natural moisturizer, great for hydration and rejuvenation!

Some rose varieties we offer that are amazing hip producers include Roemer's Hip-Happy, Always Hope, Always Dream, 1000 Wishes, and more! To search for hip-happy roses on our website, simply search the term "hips" in the search bar and you'll find over 300 rose varieties that produce these little fruits.

Each Friday, we’ll bring you more rose-focused insights, so stay tuned and celebrate your favorite flower in all its beautiful forms! 🌹

11/06/2024

🎉 The moment is finally here! We're thrilled to announce the winner of our Elopement Giveaway! 🌹✨

After going through all the beautiful stories and entries, we’re excited to share that Jimmy Olsen has been chosen to celebrate their love in the magical setting of our Display Gardens! 🥂💍🌿

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who entered. Each of your stories touched us deeply, and we’re so grateful for the incredible community of couples we get to support. ❤️
Keep following along as we share updates and memorable moments from this unforgettable day!

11/05/2024

🎨 Guided Painting Session for Moms & Kids 🌸

Looking for a fun, creative activity to enjoy with your child? Join us at the Antique Rose Emporium for a special guided painting lesson designed for both moms and kids! 🎨👩‍👧‍👦

What’s Included:
🎨 A step-by-step guided painting session with a pre-planned subject, perfect for all skill levels!
🖌️ All painting materials are provided—just bring your creativity!
🎨 Two refreshing 8oz shaved ice or drinks from our exciting new addition, Petal Breeze & Brew, to keep you cool and energized while you paint.

Ticket Information:
$25 covers admission for Mom plus 1 child
Want to bring more kids along for the fun? Add extra child tickets for just $8 each!

11/04/2024

🌹 Winter Care for Your Roses! ❄️

Roses may be hardy, but they need a little extra help to stay strong through winter! Swipe through for our essential tips on mulching, pruning, watering, and even on protecting climbing and container roses. 🌬️
Whether you’re in a mild or cold zone, these practices will keep your roses happy and healthy all season long! Have any questions? Drop em in the comments below!

11/04/2024

🍲🥖🥧 Register Now for Our Best of Fall Cook-Off! 🍲🥖🥧

Get ready to embrace the season’s flavors at the Best of Fall Cook-Off on November 17th, hosted in our charming Chapel in the Gardens! Do you think your recipe has what it takes to win in our Soup, Bread, or Pies cookoff? Whether you’re entering one or all three categories, delicious prizes and fall fun await for all!

✨ Prizes: Gift certificates to Antique Rose Emporium and All Things Acres for each Judges’ Choice and People’s Choice winner—totaling in six prize winners!

🌟 Plus, your entry supports our community partner Gather in Grace, dedicated to service and support in our area. By joining us, you’re also contributing to a greater cause, helping Gather in Grace provide essential resources and create lasting connections within our community.

📅 Event Details:
• Date: November 17th
• Location: Chapel in the Gardens, Antique Rose Emporium, Independence, TX
• Entry Fees: $35 for one category, $60 for two, $75 for all three

Register today to compete, taste, and celebrate the best of fall! 🍁https://i.mtrbio.com/dausdzwlwp

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10000 FM 50
Brenham, TX
77833

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 5:30pm
Sunday	11am - 5:30pm

Website

http://www.weAREroses.com/

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Videos

Watch as our lead horticulturist, Darcy Burns, puts the finishing touch on the first 100 copies of her new "Beneficial Insects Coloring Book"! 🐞✨ We SOLD OUT overnight, but don’t worry—it's back in stock! Grab yours today (both online & in our Gift Shop!) and explore the world of beneficial insects with Darcy’s artistic view of these valuable garden critters, all in coloring book form! 🎨🪲 #BeneficialInsects #ColoringBook #GardenMagic

We're out here reminiscing on all the magic from our Fall Festival of Roses! 🌹✨ From inspiring talks by esteemed speakers, unique vendors with their incredible goodies, to mouthwatering food trucks and of course the unforgettable Fall Garden Dinner Party, Fall Fest was all about creating beautiful moments and cherished memories. And of course- ROSES! 😍🌹✨️ Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it so special! Here's to the beauty of fall blooms and the joy of gathering together. 🍂💫 #FallFestivalofRoses #UnforgettableWeekend #GardenMemories #weareroses #wearerosesandsomuchmore #memorablemoments #beautifulmemories

We have wrapped up an exciting day for our #FallFestivalofRoses! We only had a few sprinkles at the end of the day, and then it cooled down to a beautiful sunset. All of our speakers did such an amazing job with their presentations- educating, entertaining, and including all of our attendees in their incredible discussions! Also, our FREE rose raffle giveaway was a HUGE hit! We're so grateful to everyone who came out today, including our Artisan Vendors, food trucks, and of course all of the families who came to visit! We'd love to have you all join us again tomorrow for our final day with more speakers, food, vendors and fun and another FREE rose raffle giveaway 👏🌹✨️

Our annual Fall Festival of Roses is in full swing and we're SO excited for all the adventures and fun! 🌹✨️🫶

Amid the hustle, let’s take a moment to pause, breathe, and savor the beauty around us. 🌿 Life’s best moments are often the quietest ones—spent with the things and people we love. Here’s to finding peace in the small joys today. 🌸💫 #MindfulMoments #SlowDown #gardeningcommunity #simplelife #wearerosesandsomuchmore #inspirationalquotes #motivationalquotes

🍁✨ Step into a Magical Autumn Evening! ✨🍁 Join us at our Fall Garden Dinner Party on Friday, November 1st for an enchanting night in our beautiful Display Gardens. 🌹 In this reel, our lead horticulturist, Darcy Burns, shares the special touches awaiting you: cozy ambiance under garden lights, with a boutonniere bar, gourmet meal, soothing music, and warm company. This is the perfect way to kick off our Fall Festival of Roses Weekend in style! 🌹✨ 🎟 Tickets are available on our website and at the link below– don’t miss this one-of-a-kind autumn gathering! https://www.antiqueroseemporium.com/products/fall-garden-party-dinner?_pos=1&_sid=61213ba38&_ss=r #FallGardenParty #AutumnNights #FallFestivalOfRoses #GardenDinner #AntiqueRoseEmporium #GardenEvents #CozyFallAmbiance

🌿 "Well hello there!" 🌿 When we hear someone say “garden”... suddenly, we're all ears and ready to chat about plants, blooms, and soil! 😄✨ Are you the same way? Let’s embrace our inner plant nerds together! 🌸🌱 #GardenLife #PlantLoversUnite #IntrovertVibes #GardenObsessed #AntiqueRoseEmporium #WellHelloThere #PlantConversations

Come check out our come-and-go Herb and Fall Color Potting Workshop, as well as our Pumpkin & Succulent Workshop from 10:00-1:00 today!

🎉 Join Us This Saturday for a Fun Container Planting Come & Go! 🎉 Looking to get creative and add some fall flair to your home? 🍂 Come by anytime between 10 AM and 1 PM this Saturday, October 19th to design your own stunning displays! 🌿🎃 ✨ Choose from: Herb Container for $45 🌱 Succulent Pumpkin for $45-65 🎃 No need to register—just show up, purchase your materials, and get planting! Let your creativity shine and take home a beautiful, handcrafted container. See you there! 🌸 #ContainerPlanting #ComeAndGo #HerbContainers #SucculentPumpkins #DIYFallDecor #GardenCreativity #AntiqueRoseEmporium

Did you know we offer a variety of gardening accessories to help you out? From effective insect repellants to must-have gardening tools, we’ve got you covered! 🌿✨ Check them out on our website or swing by our Gift Shop at the Nursery & Display Gardens. Let’s make garden time way more enjoyable! 💚

🎉🌹 Rose Giveaway Winner Announcement! 🌹🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve officially hit over 1200 members in our Facebook Community Group! 🙌 And with over 200 submissions (so much paper in our little ARE bucket hat!! 🧢) we have drawn our winner... Congratulations, Karin Heitzman Peters! 🎉🌹 You’ve won a rose of your choice! 🌿✨ Thank you to everyone who entered – this was SO much fun, and we can’t wait to host more exciting giveaways in the future. Stay tuned for more chances to win, and as always, happy gardening! 🌸💚 #GiveawayWinner #ThankYouAll #CommunityLove #AntiqueRoseEmporium #RoseGiveaway #MoreFunToCome

When my spouse says 'that's enough plants,' I hear a challenge 😅🌱 Watch me gracefully throw a tantrum—because let’s be honest, is there ever such a thing as too many plants? #PlantParentLife #MorePlantsPlease #SorryNotSorry

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Our Story

Until the discovery of old garden roses, I shared the prevailing bias that roses were hard to grow, were fussy, needed to be sprayed, needed to be pruned in a certain way and were short lived. Roses we have since discovered have changed my bias and made me an advocate of these easy care roses and I truly believe they are the ultimate garden plant.

The beauty and hardiness of a rose called 'Mermaid' first got me hooked on antique roses in the late seventies, and my fascination with and unbounded appreciation for them has been growing ever since. I didn't start out as a rose lover. To my thinking, roses were just one bush with a thousand different flowers. With a Master's degree in Horticulture in hand, I started a nursery business in 1976 as a grower of woody ornamentals for the landscape industry and retail centers in central Texas. I soon lost interest in the overused plants I was working with (ligustrum, pittosporum etc.) and began to look for plants native to Texas that might fill the same niche.

On our forays to hunt native plants, my staff (which numbered two at the time) and I also started finding ever-blooming roses surviving without any apparent care in rather desolate surroundings. This was fascinating to me, for I had never thought of roses as something that could endure the notorious extremes of the Texas climate (droughts and blue northerns) without a gardener's care.

'Mermaid' opened my eyes. In 1982, while returning from a delivery and taking an unaccustomed route back to the nursery, one of my co-workers chanced upon a huge rose covering a chain link fence. He made an unauthorized "rustle," brought back flowers and cuttings, and urged me to go see it. It was surviving, indeed, performing spectacularly, in a completely neglected setting. My first thought was that there must be a landscape niche for such a specimen. Identified by a rosarian as 'Mermaid,' I could not find it available in commerce anywhere. Soon it, and the other "survivor" roses we stumbled across over the next couple of years, became the foundation of the Antique Rose Emporium.