Roses In The Cool Breeze

After weeks of hot, heavy air, something shifted in Gaithersburg. A cool breeze swept in, and with it, a quiet surprise: our roses are blooming again.

Both the Atlas roses and Brindabella roses have returned, filling the garden with fragrance we thought we’d have to wait until next year to enjoy.

Earlier this summer, the heat was simply too intense — the blooms stayed tight, waiting for a gentler season. Now, with the cooler weather, they’ve opened as if in celebration.

The beauty about the rose scent, is that it serves an evolutionary purpose; guiding pollinators like bees and butterflies to the flowers, facilitating cross-pollination. So not only does the bloom help support our ecosystem, but also creates a beautiful aroma for us to enjoy!

This simple message is a reminder about grounding in that patience. Understanding the nature doesn’t rush. The roses knew when to hold back and when to unfurl. It’s just as much a lesson as it is a bloom.

We have plenty of beautiful flowers here at Evans Homes & Gardens. Stop by, lean in, breathe deep, and let their fragrance remind you of the simple, beautiful timing of life.

See you at the farm,
Evans Homes & Gardens
8914 Watkins Road,
Gaithersburg, MD 20882

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