Warm weather is on its way to New England and flowers are getting ready to bloom. For a most fantastic floral display, you will want to visit this enchanting Connecticut rose garden that will awaken all of your senses and delight you in a most magical way.

Elizabeth Park is a historic garden located in West Hartford. Opened in 1904, it is America’s first and oldest public rose garden.

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The most famous part of the garden, is its fairy tale rose bloom archways.

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Walking through the archways gives you the feeling of being in an enchanted storybook, but this is just the beginning of your journey.

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There are a wide variety flower beds to view and you will want to take time to smell the roses.

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Varying in colors from pink to red and peach to white, you will be amazed at all this Connecticut rose garden has on display.

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Elizabeth Park is not limited to roses. This 101 acre park has many different plants on display.

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No matter what the season, you are sure to find incredible blooms in an array of colors showing off their beauty.

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Even the rock garden filled just with greenery, stones, and benches is a delight.

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And the natural gazebo covered in vines is like something out of another world.

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Elizabeth Park is located at 1561 Asylum Ave., West Hartford, CT. It is open sunrise to sunset and the rose garden is fully handicap accessible.

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Have you been to visit this stunning Connecticut rose garden? Share your experiences and pictures in the comments section below.

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