"A five-acre rose garden a few miles northwest of Petaluma where thousands of roses bloom from May through October, making it a popular spot for weddings and celebrations. Visitors can arrange a Picnic and Flower Foraging experience to cut a bucketful of blooms for a party (about $90) or call ahead to wander grounds that include apple trees, fountains, gazebos, and a koi pond for free. Open weekends May–October." - Pat Tompkins