Antique Rose Emporium

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

🎆 Feature Friday: Roses That Light Up Your Garden Like Fireworks! 🎆This week, we're celebrating roses that burst with co...
01/10/2025

🎆 Feature Friday: Roses That Light Up Your Garden Like Fireworks! 🎆

This week, we're celebrating roses that burst with color and personality, just like a spectacular fireworks show! ✨ Each of these stunning varieties brings its own vibrant energy to your garden:

🌹 Mutabilis – Known as the "Butterfly Rose," its blooms change colors from yellow to pink to crimson, creating a kaleidoscope of beauty.
🎂 Birthday Cake – A delightful celebration of bold hues and playful patterns that make every day feel special.
👑 Archduke Charles – This timeless beauty shows off a two-toned display of pink and red that’s simply majestic.
💥 Firecracker - Kolorscape® – A fiery explosion of red and yellow petals that demand attention in your landscape.
🌟 Diane Sommers – Soft pinks kissed with creamy whites, offering a subtle yet dazzling charm.
🎉 Fiesta - Veranda® – Like a garden party in full swing, its lively coral and yellow tones bring joy to any space.

Add a touch of brilliance to your garden and let these roses sparkle year-round! 🌟 Swipe through to see these showstoppers and imagine the fireworks they’ll bring to your landscape.

Which one is your favorite "firework"? Let us know in the comments! 💬

🌹 "Is it a friend, or just friend-shaped?" 🌹Roses have a way of keeping us on our toes, don’t they? Just look at these b...
01/09/2025

🌹 "Is it a friend, or just friend-shaped?" 🌹

Roses have a way of keeping us on our toes, don’t they? Just look at these bold, striking deep red hues found in the new growth on our beautiful Star of the Republic rose! 😍 These bold colorations often occur during seasonal transitions, like winter to spring or fall to winter, and while they may seem dramatic, they’re perfectly normal for many varieties. 🌱

🟥 What’s Happening Here?
The intense red coloration is a natural part of the rose's growth cycle, is most commonly seen during seasonal changes like fall to winter, and is due to the presence of a pigment called anthocyanin, which is naturally produced in new rose shoots to protect them from sunlight and cold temperatures. As the leaves mature and develop chlorophyll, that vibrant red fades, transforming into lush green foliage. Not all roses display this striking red growth, but when they do, it’s such a treat to witness!

⚠️ Important Note: Healthy Red Growth vs. Potential Issues
While these fiery hues are typically a sign of healthy new growth, it’s essential to distinguish them from the symptoms of Rose Rosette Disease (RRD):
🔴 RRD discoloration is often accompanied by distorted, spindly leaves and abnormal growth patterns.
🧪 The only way to know for sure? Contact your local ag extension office to have your rose tested for RRD.

So next time you spot some bold red growth, take a closer look—it might just be your rose showing off! 🌟 But if you're unsure, always consult an expert.

💬 What’s the most striking growth pattern you’ve seen on your roses? Let us know in the comments!

✨ Retreat & Vision Board Workshop ✨January 18th | 9 AM - 1 PMAntique Rose Emporium ChapelLadies, this is your intentiona...
01/09/2025

✨ Retreat & Vision Board Workshop ✨
January 18th | 9 AM - 1 PM
Antique Rose Emporium Chapel

Ladies, this is your intentional time-out—a one-day retreat and vision board workshop designed to inspire clarity, healing, and empowerment, and ARE is happy to host this inspiring workshop!🌟

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
💡 Expert guest speakers guiding you through clearing mental, emotional, and spiritual blocks
🛠️ Tools to release past traumas and embrace a fresh, empowered perspective
🎨 A hands-on vision board session to create a life that reflects your truest desires
💖 Connection with like-minded women on their journey to purpose and joy

Your $79 ticket includes:
✔️ All Supplies
✔️ Guided Workshop
✔️ Expert Speakers
✔️ A Refreshing Lemonade Bar
✔️ Grazing Tables
✔️ New Connections

📢 ONLY 15 SEATS LEFT – Tickets are open until this Sunday at midnight or until they sell out!
Ready to invest in yourself and your future? Text "Moving Forward" to 📱 (979) 353-2621 to secure your spot today.

Let’s reset, reconnect, and design a future full of purpose and joy—together. 🌸

01/08/2025

🌱 Winter Rose Care Tip: The Power of Mulching! 🌱
Even though we’re knee-deep in winter weather across much of the U.S., it’s never too late to learn how to protect and nurture your roses with proper mulching practices!

Here’s how organic mulching benefits your roses this winter:
🍂 Temperature Regulation: Mulch acts as a natural insulator, protecting your rose roots from harsh temperature fluctuations.
🍂 Moisture Retention: It helps the soil retain moisture, preventing dehydration during cold, dry weather.
🍂 W**d Suppression: Mulch keeps pesky weeds at bay, giving your roses more nutrients to thrive.
🍂 Soil Enrichment: Organic mulch breaks down over time, enriching the soil with nutrients your roses will love.

How to Mulch Your Roses:
1️⃣ Apply a 2-4 inch layer of organic material like wood chips, bark, straw, or compost around the base of your rose bush.
2️⃣ Keep the mulch a few inches away from the stem to prevent rot.
3️⃣ Refresh the mulch as needed throughout the season for continued benefits.

Winter care is key to ensuring your roses emerge strong and healthy come spring. 🌹 Are you using mulch this winter? Let us know in the comments!

🌟 We Want to Hear from YOU! 🌟Your feedback helps us grow and bloom! 🌹 We’re inviting all of our amazing newsletter recip...
01/08/2025

🌟 We Want to Hear from YOU! 🌟

Your feedback helps us grow and bloom! 🌹 We’re inviting all of our amazing newsletter recipients to take a moment and fill out our A.R.E. Email Newsletter Feedback Form. This is your chance to share what you love about our emails and tell us how we can improve to make your experience even better.

💌 What’s in it for you?
By sharing your thoughts, you’ll help us create even more tailored content, exclusive offers, and gardening tips that you’ll actually look forward to!

📬 Not on our newsletter yet?
Now’s the perfect time to join! When you sign up, you’ll receive:
🌱 Helpful gardening and rose education
🌸 Updates on local events at our Nursery & Display Gardens
💸 Exclusive sales and special offers
…and so much more to inspire your garden journey!

📋 How to Participate:
1️⃣ Click the link in our bio to fill out the feedback form.
2️⃣ If you’re not already a subscriber, sign up today to join our growing inbox list of passionate gardeners!

Thank you for helping us grow 🌟—your input is the heart of everything we do. 💖

🌟 Congratulations to Our People's Choice Photo Winner! 🌟We’re excited to announce that Jordan is the People's Choice win...
01/07/2025

🌟 Congratulations to Our People's Choice Photo Winner! 🌟

We’re excited to announce that Jordan is the People's Choice winner in our Rose Photo Contest! 🌹✨ Her breathtaking capture of the Wicked Sister rose earned the admiration of our community, and it’s easy to see why! 🖼️💖

As her prize, Jordan will receive a $50 gift certificate and a special spotlight on our social media and website! 🎉🌟

A huge thank you to everyone who entered, voted, and celebrated the beauty of roses with us. 🌸💫 Stay tuned for more exciting events to come!

What do you love most about Jordan’s photo? Share your thoughts below! 👇

🌹 Discover the Secrets to Beautiful Roses! 🌹📅 January 11th🕙 10 - 11 AM🎟️ Free for adults | $5/kid (includes take-home it...
01/07/2025

🌹 Discover the Secrets to Beautiful Roses! 🌹

📅 January 11th
🕙 10 - 11 AM
🎟️ Free for adults | $5/kid (includes take-home item) — Tickets available day of!
📍 Happening at our Nursery & Display Gardens

Whether you're new to roses or a seasoned gardener in need of a refresher, this presentation is perfect for all levels of rose enthusiasts! 🌟 Join us for an engaging session where we’ll cover everything you need to grow stunning, healthy roses year-round:

✨ How to choose the right roses for your garden
✨ Tips for planting & soil preparation
✨ Pruning secrets for lush, abundant blooms
✨ Natural pest & disease management techniques
✨ Easy maintenance to keep your roses thriving

Bring your questions for our Q&A session and leave inspired with expert advice to elevate your rose-growing game. 🌿

📦❄️ Shipping Update: Winter Weather Delays ❄️📦Due to freezing winter weather, we’re experiencing shipping delays on orde...
01/06/2025

📦❄️ Shipping Update: Winter Weather Delays ❄️📦

Due to freezing winter weather, we’re experiencing shipping delays on orders. 🌬️ Your roses’ health and safety are our top priority, and we want to ensure they arrive in perfect condition!

We’re currently aiming to resume shipping later this week as temperatures improve. If you’d prefer to reschedule your order to a date that’s more convenient, please don’t hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team for assistance.

🌹 Thank you for your understanding and patience as we navigate these chilly conditions to deliver your blooms! Stay warm, and we’ll keep you updated.

🌟 It’s Time for the People to be HEARD! 🌟Earlier today, we shared the top 3 winners of our Fall 2024 Rose Photo Contest ...
01/03/2025

🌟 It’s Time for the People to be HEARD! 🌟

Earlier today, we shared the top 3 winners of our Fall 2024 Rose Photo Contest (if you haven’t seen those stunning shots yet, check out our previous post!). But now, it’s your turn to help us pick a winner!
We had SO many gorgeous submissions this year that narrowing it down was nearly impossible. That’s why we’ve selected 15 breathtaking images for the People’s Choice Award, and we need YOUR help to decide the winner!

🏆 What’s at Stake?
The People’s Choice winner will receive a $50 Gift Certificate and a special social media spotlight to celebrate their incredible work.

🗳️ How to Vote:
Scroll through these 15 stunning images, pick your favorite, and cast your vote through the form linked in our bio or check out our link here: https://shorturl.at/GzFJo

🛑 Important: You can only vote for ONE winner, so choose wisely! Voting closes soon—don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard.

💬 Let us know in the comments which roses caught your eye! 🌹

🌹✨ Fall 2024 Rose Photo Contest Winners Are Here! ✨🌹We’re thrilled to unveil the incredible talent and creativity showca...
01/03/2025

🌹✨ Fall 2024 Rose Photo Contest Winners Are Here! ✨🌹

We’re thrilled to unveil the incredible talent and creativity showcased in this year’s contest! After much deliberation, here are your top three winners:

🥇 First Place: Michelle S. with her stunning photo of the Rise-n-Shine rose. This golden beauty radiates joy and perfectly captures the essence of these bold blooms. 🌟
🥈 Second Place: Deborah B. with her enchanting shot of the Albertine rose. The soft, romantic hues in her photo truly stole our hearts. 💕
🥉 Third Place: Andie F. showcasing the classic elegance of the Belinda’s Dream rose. A timeless favorite captured with grace and charm. 🌸

A heartfelt thank you to all who participated—you made this contest unforgettable with your passion for roses and photography!🌹

📸 Swipe through these images to see the close-ups of our winners and their incredible work! Let us know in the comments—what's your favorite rose to photograph?

🌟 New Year, New Garden! 🌟As we welcome 2025, we can’t help but feel excited for all the potential this new year brings—b...
01/02/2025

🌟 New Year, New Garden! 🌟

As we welcome 2025, we can’t help but feel excited for all the potential this new year brings—both for our gardens and for gardeners like YOU! 🌹✨

At Antique Rose Emporium, we’re gearing up to make this year our most inspiring yet. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:
🌱 More Educational Opportunities: Get ready for even MORE conferences, hands-on workshops, and insightful sessions tailored to help you grow your gardening knowledge.
🌍 Sustainability Focus: From organic growing practices to encouraging kids to explore the wonders of nature, we’re all about fostering a greener, healthier future.
🌹 Monthly Roses 101 Discussions: Our beloved Roses 101 is expanding into a monthly series! We’re so excited to dive deep into rose care and share everything we know with you.
🎉 Spring Celebration Becomes Annual: Last year’s Spring Celebration was such a success that we’re making it an annual tradition! Mark your calendars for another unforgettable event this year.

Stay tuned for all the exciting details as we continue to bring beauty, knowledge, and community to gardeners everywhere.

🌟 Let’s make 2025 a year full of growth, blooms, and endless possibilities! 🌟

Absolutely loving this beautiful photo shared by our friends at Visit Brenham/Washington County, Texas 😍🍁🍂🌳
12/30/2024

Absolutely loving this beautiful photo shared by our friends at Visit Brenham/Washington County, Texas 😍🍁🍂🌳

Year-round beauty at Antique Rose Emporium in Independence!

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🌟 Feature Friday: Roses for a New Year! 🌟Can you believe it? Our LAST Feature Friday of 2024! 🎉 As we step into the new ...
12/27/2024

🌟 Feature Friday: Roses for a New Year! 🌟

Can you believe it? Our LAST Feature Friday of 2024! 🎉 As we step into the new year, we’re highlighting roses that symbolize hope, celebration, and growth—just like the year ahead! 🌹✨

✨ Winter Sun - This cheery cut rose resembles a glowing sun, lighting up your garden with its vibrant yellow blooms. Start 2025 with a bright addition to your landscape! 🌞
🎉 Magic Celebration - The name says it all! Celebrate the new year with these large, festive blooms, perfect for ringing in a season of joy and beauty! 🥂
🌅 New Dawn - This vigorous climber brings new beginnings, health, growth, and beauty—everything we wish for in the year ahead. A rose that blooms with promise! 🌱

✨ Ready to fill your garden with the best of 2025? Check out our website today and let these roses bring beauty into your new year!
https://www.antiqueroseemporium.com/

🌹✨ Big News: Texas Roses T-Shirts Are Here! ✨🌹We’re thrilled to announce preorders for our brand-new Texas Roses T-Shirt...
12/26/2024

🌹✨ Big News: Texas Roses T-Shirts Are Here! ✨🌹

We’re thrilled to announce preorders for our brand-new Texas Roses T-Shirt! This one-of-a-kind design celebrates the beauty of Antique Roses and Texas pride in perfect harmony.

Featuring a stunning depiction of the Lone Star State crafted entirely from delicate rose blooms, this tee is as bold and beautiful as the state it represents. 🌟 Made from ultra-soft, comfortable fabric, it’s perfect for a day in the garden, a trip to our display gardens in Independence, or just showing off your Texas roots in style!

Available in our military green and royal blue colors and a variety of sizes—preorder yours today and wear the spirit of Texas wherever you go. 💖
👉 https://www.antiqueroseemporium.com/products/texas-rose-t-shirt

🌹🎁 Holiday Sale Happening NOW at the Nursery & Display Gardens! 🎁🌹Visit us at 10,000 FM 50, Brenham, Texas for incredibl...
12/23/2024

🌹🎁 Holiday Sale Happening NOW at the Nursery & Display Gardens! 🎁🌹

Visit us at 10,000 FM 50, Brenham, Texas for incredible discounts and last-minute holiday finds! 🎄✨

📅 Friday, Dec. 20th - Tuesday, Dec. 31st
🌟 15% Off All Roses
🌟 Up to 45% Off All Other Plant Material
🌟 10% Off All Gift Shop Items

🎁 What treasures await in the Gift Shop??
🎄For the Christmas Lover: Nativity scenes, handmade ornaments, and hand crosses.
👩‍🌾For the Gardener: Tools, sun hats, gloves, and organic fertilizers.
💅For the Self-Care Guru: Luxurious bath products, natural soaps, and scented candles.
🫖For the Taste-Tester: Herbal teas, granola, and rose-flavored treats.
🎀For the Decorator: Unique planters, windchimes, statues, and tea towels.
🪀For the Kids: Garden toys, books, and adorable socks.
🌹For the ARE Fan: Hand-painted ARE ornaments, logo shirts, and more!

✨ This sale is ONLY at our Nursery & Display Gardens location, so don’t miss out! ✨
⏳ Stock up on your gardening essentials, find thoughtful gifts, or treat yourself! 🎀

👉 Plan your visit today! Let us know what you're most excited to shop for in the comments!

Edited to Update: The wait is over... drumroll please 🥁 Our mystery bloom is none other than our newest rose release: Xe...
12/23/2024

Edited to Update: The wait is over... drumroll please 🥁 Our mystery bloom is none other than our newest rose release: Xenna! 🌹✨ To view more pics and see info on this beauty, you can check it out here: https://www.antiqueroseemporium.com/products/xenna?_pos=1...

🌹 Name That Rose! 🌹
Here’s your clue for this week’s mystery bloom:
✨ This nearly thornless beauty boasts delicate, very full blooms with a classic rosette or pompon shape.
✨ Its flowers blend soft shades of white and apricot, paired with a light tea and rose fragrance.
✨ Known for its resilience, it thrives in the summer and makes a statement in borders, containers, or garden beds.

Think you know which rose we’re talking about? Drop your guesses in the comments below! 🌸💭

🌟❄️ Feature Friday: Dreaming of a White Christmas ❄️🌟In the spirit of the season, we’re celebrating the timeless beauty ...
12/20/2024

🌟❄️ Feature Friday: Dreaming of a White Christmas ❄️🌟

In the spirit of the season, we’re celebrating the timeless beauty of white roses—peaceful, elegant, and undeniably stunning. These graceful blooms are the perfect addition to any garden, bringing a touch of serenity and charm year-round.

✨ Featured Roses:
🌹 Coles Settlement – A charming rose with showstopping pure white blooms that glow in the garden.
🌹 Iceberg Climber – Elegant and vigorous, this climber adds height and beauty with its prolific white flowers.
🌹 Ducher – A classic choice for a compact yet stunning display of creamy white blooms.
🌹 New Dawn – Romantic and graceful, this beloved climber dazzles with soft white petals.
🌹 Heavenly Ascent – A fragrant, show-stopping rose with creamy white blossoms that truly live up to its name.

Ready to add some snowy splendor to your garden? Explore our collection of stunning white roses now! 🌹❄️
👉 https://shorturl.at/NwqXA

🎄🌟 Holiday Hours Update! 🌟🎄Planning a visit to the Gardens or contact our Customer Service Team this holiday season? Her...
12/19/2024

🎄🌟 Holiday Hours Update! 🌟🎄

Planning a visit to the Gardens or contact our Customer Service Team this holiday season? Here’s a little sneak into our upcoming holiday hours:
🎅 Christmas Eve: Closed
🎄 Christmas Day: Closed
✨ New Year’s Day: Closed

Whether you’re strolling through the Gardens, shopping for roses, or just soaking in the holiday magic, we’re here to help!

📞 Call us at (979) 836-5548 or 📧 email us at [email protected] with any questions.

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

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10000 FM 50
Brenham, TX
77833

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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

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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.