Looking for a magical place to take in the beauty of nature? The Gardens at Elm Bank is a stunning natural reservation that celebrates all things botanical. They offer a dizzying selection of themed gardens that cater to all tastes in blooms and greenery. Here’s why you should visit.
The Gardens at Elm Bank is located in Wellesley. It’s a gorgeous botanical reservation that’s packed with perfectly manicured gardens bursting with blooms.
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Part of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, this spot has a little something for everyone. Each garden has a distinct theme ranging from the classical and stately to the off-beat and eccentric.
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Kids will love exploring Weezie’s Garden, complete with a whimsical treehouse sculpture and bold, colorful flowers and shrubs.
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Looking for a bit of fantasy? Check out the Goddess Garden, which is decorated with full-size sculptures of the Roman goddesses Flora, Ceres, and Pomona.
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The Italianate Garden is as refined and elegant as gardens come. Beautiful elms shade the entrance to the garden while roses and fountains make the whole place feel like a fairytale.
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Stop by the Trial Garden to see which plants the estate is test-driving for the upcoming season. Snap a photo of the labels so you can plant what you like at home!
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Guests can also roam the shade garden, Victorian garden, daffodil and native plant garden, temple and Asian gardens, day lily garden, herb garden, and more.
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Admission to The Gardens is $10 for the general public and free for members of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society. The reservation is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., April 1 to October 31.
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You can learn more about visiting The Gardens at Elm Bank by checking out their website for current opening hours and special events. What’s your favorite botanic garden in Massachusetts?
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Address: Elm Bank Reservation, Wellesley, MA 02482, USA
