Roses are widespread all around Italy. Whether they are red, burgundy, white or yellow, they all have their own charm and beautiful smell. There are many wonderful places to admire Italy’s roses.
In the heart of the Roman countryside in Valleranello is the splendid, private Rose Garden Del Bufalo, born in the 1970s from the passion of the architect Maresa Del Bufalo, known as the "Queen of Roses". It is considered one of the most beautiful gardens in Italy by experts and enthusiasts. It covers an area of almost 8 square miles, crossed by grassy paths and small meadows. Apothecary's, Muscat, Alba, Damask, Portland, Centifolian, English and Moss roses bloom in an explosion of colors and scents. Trees of various species (including pear, apple, cherry, and apricot trees) are natural supports of lush climbing roses. This garden is open from April 20 through June 10 to the public.
Established in 1931 is the Rome Rose Garden which is considered to be one of the best 30 rose gardens in the world. Here, visitors unbelievingly find almost 1,000 different rose varieties. The Rome Rose Garden is open to the public and is a bellissima multi-colored breath of mother nature minutes away from the ancient ruins of Circus Maximus on Via di Valle Murcia.
The Florence Rose Garden, which is a bit smaller than some with 370 rose types, is located on the slopes of the hill below the Piazzale Michelangelo and gives some of the best views of Florence. On top of the park, you will find the Secret Garden with many different flowers, the city panorama, hills, and the Arno valley.
In the Nervi district around Genoa, there is a reserve called the Park of Nervi with a fascinating Rose Garden that is directly connected to the seafront and seaside. The best time to enjoy these romantic flowers is May through mid-June, but the season stretches from late April until late June, sometimes even into July. In June, there is a Rose Festival that takes place in the Genoa region. The festival focuses on the products made from roses, such as delicious jams, honey, cakes, ice cream and even types of rose ravioli, sausage and bread!
May is the month of the roses in Italy and certainly a stroll through any one of the wondrous gardens overflowing with nature’s beautiful creations would be the perfect day in May.