Love wandering through blooms and beauty? These fascinating gardens on the East Coast offer serene paths, historic landscapes, and vibrant seasonal displays—perfect for day trips, dates, or inspiration.
Highlights:
Unique Gardens on the East Coast:
First: Take in stunning ocean views from Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
Second: Explore the Children's Garden at the United States Botanic Garden, Washington D.C.
Third: Stroll through 50 acres at Mt. Cuba Center, Delaware
Fourth: Admire Frederick Law Olmsted-designed Bayard Cutting Arboretum, New York
Fifth: Visit Sailor’s Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden, New York
Sixth: Admire tropical at Flamingo Gardens, Botanical Gardens and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary, Florida
Seventh: Relax next to the lily pond at Tudor Place Historic House and Garden, Washington D.C.
Eight: Admire the rhododendrons at Heritage Museum & Gardens, Massachussetts
Ninth: See colorful displays at Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, New York
Tenth: Take a guided tour of Mounts Botanical Gardens, Florida
Frequently Asked Questions:
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Q: What makes gardens on the East Coast worth exploring?
- A: From the oldest garden in the country to the largest collection of tropical bonsai trees in the world, gardens on the East Coast of the United States are well worth exploring.
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Q: What can visitors expect from a weekend trip to these gardens?
- A: Plan a weekend trip to one of these stunning gardens and relax surrounded by beautiful colors and unique landscaping with waterfalls, bridges, and walking trails.
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Q: When is the best time to visit East Coast gardens?
- A: Many of the gardens that made our list are spectacular year-round, while others are at their best in the spring, summer, and fall.
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