Portland, Explained

How Well Do You Know Portland?

Posted on March 12 | Updated on May 28

Rachel Monahan

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The roses are in bloom. (Rachel Monahan / City Cast Portland)

In honor of the start of the annual Portland Rose Festival and peak season for the blossoms, here’s a test of your knowledge of our local flower.

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