Rose Garden
P.O. Box 3558
Chapel Hill, NC 27515-3558
Strowd Roses, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Visitors are welcome to explore and enjoy the garden daily from dawn to dusk.
Welcome to the Gene Strowd Community Rose Garden
A Chapel Hill gem since 1990.
Located within the Community Center Park on Estes Drive, the Gene Strowd Community Rose Garden features a wide variety of roses and companion plants. The garden’s design centers around a tranquil copper fountain with brick walkways that lead visitors through the blooms. Whether you are looking for a quiet place to sit in our shaded gazebo or a scenic stroll, the garden offers a peaceful retreat for all.
The garden proudly partners with the Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation Department for events in the garden and garden maintenance. Plant care is provided by Birch Meadow Garden Care, a local landscaping company whose mission is to create and maintain beautiful landscapes that are inviting to humans while nurturing our local ecosystems.
Visit Us
Parking
Free parking is available at the Chapel Hill Community Center lot. From the parking area, follow the path past the playground to reach the garden entrance.
Hours & Admission
Hours
Open daily, dawn to dusk.
Admission
Free.
Support the Garden
As a nonprofit, we appreciate your support. Click here to make a donation.
In the Garden
Facilities
- Restrooms: Public restrooms are available inside the Chapel Hill Community Center during their standard operating hours.
- Accessibility: The garden is wheelchair and walker-accessible via the front gate. Please note that the back gate is not recommended for those with mobility aids due to the slope of the walkway. As with any outdoor environment, please exercise caution as walkways may occasionally have loose bricks or natural debris.
Garden Etiquette
To ensure the beauty of the garden is preserved for everyone, we kindly ask visitors to observe the following:
- Stay on the Paths: Please remain on the brick walkways to protect our plants.
- Respect the Blooms: We ask that you leave all flowers for others to enjoy.
- Pets: Service animals and leashed pets are welcome.
- Supervision: Please ensure children are supervised at all times for their safety.
Reservations & Photography
Gatherings & Events
The garden is a beautiful setting for small gatherings, ceremonies, or recitals. Reservations are available free of charge.
Photography
Non-commercial photography is permitted, provided it does not obstruct the public’s use of the space. For professional or commercial photography inquiries, please contact Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation:
- Phone: 919-968-2784
- Email: parksrec@townofchapelhill.org
