A Visit to the Nassau Botanical Garden, Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Karen The Nassau Botanical Garden was established on July, 10, 1973 on 18 acres and features over 600 species of shrubs and trees. The site was originally a rock quarry that…
Versailles Garden and Cloister, Paradise Island, Bahamas
This garden with its adjoining cloister is a “must “ see if you go to Paradise Island or Nassau. It a formal garden with a long central axis, breathe taking…
A Visit to a Fair
The coming of fall means that all across the nation agricultural fairs will be in progress. Fairs may be small like my first one in the tiny town of Middlefield,…
A Fall Visit to Zion National Park: Part II Shrubs and Trees
The beauty and grandeur of Zion National Park is many faceted and has a wide appeal. Hikers can enjoy the scenic views, geologists the rock formations, and plant lovers a…
A Fall Visit to Zion National Park: Part I Wildflowers
When I was planning a fall trip to Zion National Park in southwestern Utah I thought I would see rocks, rocks, and more rocks and did not think that the…
A Visit to the North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville, North Carolina
This arboretum has a lot to offer; it is situated on 434 acres of beautiful National Forest and has a bonsai collection, educational facilities, 65 acres of cultivated gardens, 10…
A Visit to Biltmore Gardens, Asheville, North Carolina
A visit to Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, is a delightful experience and held quite a surprise in regard to the gardens. The literature and public opinion suggest that…
What is Happening at the Atlanta Botanical Garden, Week of April 19, 2009?
There is always something beautiful to see at the Atlanta Botanical Garden and this week is no exception. These gardens are so rich in plant material and are so well…
A Visit to Magnolia Gardens, Charleston, South Carolina
When you go to Magnolia Gardens don’t expect formal, colonial gardens like those at nearby Middleton Place. Yes, it dates back to 1676 when the original owners had a rice…
A Visit to Middleton Place, Charleston, South Carolina
If you like history mixed with your garden, Middleton Place will delight you. Located on the Ashley River the landscaped garden was constructed in 1755 and is the earliest landscaped…