Dr. William Watts Horsley came to Lovell in the 1920's. As one of the foremost authorities in the United States on roses, he found the climate in Lovell to be exceptional for growing this flower
and began to create rose gardens. This practice became popular in town and soon many yards and gardens became populated with many different types of roses. The Town itself
has dedicated rose gardens and prides itself on the popularity and national attention in respect to its bountiful roses. A drive through Lovell in the summer will quickly
reveal the dedication by residents to uphold the belief that Lovell is indeed Wyoming's Rose City.
