Public Invited To Go Rose Tipping, But What Is It

Every year as the air turns colder, the Rose Garden at Leif Erikson Park starts protecting the roses. It's a big job and again this year they need your help. This is a great way to learn the art of Rose Tipping. There are two times to learn, Tuesday, October 20 from 3:00 PM- 6:00 PM and Saturday, October 24 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM.

You can learn for your own yard as expert rose tippers will be on hand to teach volunteers the Minnesota Tip Method, a process that protects tender roses from the harsh conditions of a typical Duluth winter.

The Rose tipping method will be taught to everyone, if you want to bring the whole family, you don't have to have experience, just be willing to help. This is a great night for groups (like girl scouts, boy scouts, and church groups).

If you are interested in participating, please arrive at the Rose Garden, located between 12th and 13th Avenue East and London Road, on the day of the event. Check-in with Duluth Parks staff. Free parking is available in the lot between Valentinis and the Rose Garden. Dress for the weather. All tools and supplies will be provided, including work gloves.

If anything should change, you can look it up on facebook or contact Cheryl Skafte at 218-730-4334 or cskafte@duluthmn.govfor up-to-date information on the Rose Tipping events.