The emporium features 8 acres of gardens specializing in older classes of
garden roses, many brought to the area by settlers. Display gardens also show
native plants, old-fashioned garden perennials and herbs. The Hairston-McKnight
homestead's restored stone kitchen is a focal point of the garden. Open 9 a.m.–6
p.m. Mon.–Sat. and 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Sun. Closed major holidays. On F.M. 50,
just south of F.M. 390. 979/836-5548.
City: Independence
Region: Prairies and Lakes
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
