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Red Butte Garden & Arboretum

Explore the vibrant colors of the Red Butte Garden & Arboretum, the largest botanical garden in the U.S., run by the University of Utah. With 20+ acres of themed gardens, such as the Four Seasons Garden and Rose Garden, it is the perfect place to enjoy nature's beauty!

United States Botanic Garden

Explore the oldest and most stunning botanic garden in the US, the United States Botanic Garden established by George Washington in 1820. Boasting an impressive collection of 65,000 plants, it's a must-see for visitors to Capitol Hill!

Hillwood Estate Museum & Gardens

Experience the unique elegance of Hillwood, the Washington home of 18th-century decorator Marjorie Post. Take a journey through her final home to see her personal touch in every room.

US National Arboretum

Explore a world of botanical wonders with our scientific reference collection of over 800,000 dried pressed plants. Special emphasis on azaleas, cherries, daffodils and more. Perfect for research and studies in agriculture, horticulture & more.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Escape the city and explore the beautiful Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. This 50-acre garden, featuring a mesmerizing domed conservatory and various walking routes, is the only one of its kind in the mid-Atlantic region. Enjoy Virginia's native, drought-tolerant species such as Sourwood Trees in the Morton Native Plant Garden.

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Explore Atlanta's most dreamy landscape at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. 30 acres of beautiful outdoor gardens, award-winning Children's Garden, Canopy Walk, and Skyline Garden make this the trip of a lifetime!

Memphis Botanical Garden

Explore the 96-acre Memphis Botanical Garden, open since 1953 and nestled within Audubon Park. Discover 23 unique gardens, from the 500-species Herb Garden to the native Delta Garden, plus the lively Japanese and Pollinator Gardens and the stunning Rose Garden.

North Carolina Arboretum

Step into the North Carolina Arboretum and immerse yourself in 434 acres of botanical gardens and azaleas, nestled in the Pisgah National Forest near Asheville. Experience the vibrant Blue Ridge Quilt Garden, the National Native Azalea Repository, and more!

Mt Cuba Center

Explore the awe-inspiring beauty of native plant life and habitats at Mt. Cuba Center, a stunning botanic garden dedicated to conservation.

Northern Plains Botanic Garden

Explore the diverse beauty of this six-acre garden, run by the non-profit Northern Plains Botanic Garden Society. From the Greenhouse, Hummingbird Patio, Chrysanthemum Garden, to the Edible Forest with native fruit trees, pollinator plants and more, there is something for everyone to enjoy here.

Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden

Explore the largest botanic garden dedicated to California native plants at the California Botanic Garden. See 22,000+ rare and endangered plants, learn about botany and conservation, and support horticulture public education.

New York Botanical Garden

Explore one of the world's largest collections of plant species at the New York Botanical Garden, founded in 1891 and covering 250 acres in the Bronx. Delve into the history and diversity of plants.

Denver Botanic Gardens

Visit the Denver Botanic Gardens, where discovery and delight is just the beginning! Learn about conservation programs that are playing a major role in saving species and protecting natural habitats for future generations.