Residents are invited to participate in a volunteer morning at the Reno Municipal Rose Garden in Idlewild Park on June 28, from 9 a.m. to noon.
The event, led by the city of Reno’s horticulturist Ryan Sharrer, will focus on deadheading spent blooms to maintain the garden’s vitality.
Participants are encouraged to bring their own gloves, water, and a positive attitude as they enjoy classic tunes from a legendary jam band.
Deadheading, the practice of removing faded blooms, helps promote continued flowering and healthy growth by redirecting the plant’s energy from seed production to new blooms.
Ward 2 Councilmember Naomi Duerr said, “We encourage residents to come out and spend a morning with us at the Reno Municipal Rose Garden. It’s a great way to enjoy the outdoors, do a bit of gardening, and pick up helpful tips from the city’s own horticulturist—all while helping keep one of our most beautiful community spaces in full bloom.”
The Reno Municipal Rose Garden, established in 1958 under the leadership of longtime city of Reno horticulturist Fred Gallaway, spans one acre and features over 1,000 roses across 200 varieties.
The garden, dedicated in Gallaway’s honor, offers a vibrant display from June through October, with peak blooms in mid-June to early July and late August to mid-September.