Photo Post: Love Roses

I love photographing roses and all florals really.  I've photographed at the Botanic Gardens in DC (i love that place and keep on going back for more).  I've also photographed at local parks, random sidewalks, the backyard, gas stations, bouquets at home, and just about anywhere I can find a floral.  Where do you guys photograph roses and/or flowers? What are the techniques that you use?  Here's a sample until I add some more.  Let me know which is your favorite too!