10 Must-See Spring Blooms

MUST-SEE 10 Spring Blooms Spring is finally here, melting away the last traces of a rough winter. With everyone flocking outdoors, why not plan an excursion to witness the peak flowering season first hand? PORTLAND, OR Portland Japanese Garden Peak Season: May-September Portland's version creates a sense of serenity. This 5 2 acre gem incorporates stone and water in traditional Japanese style. Using key elements of Japanese design, CHICAGO, IL WYOMING Chicago Botanic Garden Peak Season: March-June Yellowstone National Park Peak Season: June-July One of the larger gardens in this list, the Chicago Botanic Garden boasts an impressive 385 acres of land, with 26 gardens and plenty of local plants. Visit the Circle Garden to see the array of foxgloves. Don't miss the stunning array of wildflowers at Yellowstone, especially the vibrant Wyoming Paintbrush. SUGAR HILL, NH Lupine Meadows Peak Season: June ST.LOUIS, MO Missouri Botanical Garden Peak Season: April-June A leisurely drive to Sugar Hill in early to mid June rewards The Azalea and Peony blooms in late May make for a wonderful day at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Make sure flower enthusiasts with incredible blooming lupine. to check out the ornately planned Victorian garden while you're there. PHOENIX, AZ Desert Botanical Garden Peak Season: March-May ATLANTA, GA Atlanta Botanical Garden Peak Season: February-April Visit this exotic collection of plants in spring and get a chance to see the blooming cacti and desert wildflowers. Known for its extensive orchid collection, the Atlanta Botanical Garden features a canopy walk, where visitors can stroll on an elevated path through Atlanta's oak trees. MOJAVE DESERT, CA Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve Peak Šeason: February-May Take a day trip through this majestic expanse of California poppies. RICHMOND, VA Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Peak Season: May-October Enjoy the collection of over 1,800 roses at the Lewis Ginter DALLAS, TX Botanical Garden and then take Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden Peak Season: March-August your little ones to the Children's Garden-complete with an international village and native plants to discover. Visit in early May to see the lovely Magnolia blooms at the Dallas Arboretum! Bring the kids along to the Children's Adventure Garden. lewisginter.org/ chicagobotanic.org/ missouribotanicalgarden.org/ japanesegarden.com/learn-more/gardens/ nps.gov/yell/naturescience/upload/286wildflowers.pdf travelchannel.com/interests/arts-and-culture/photos/best-botanical-gardens-in-the-us mnn.com/your-home/organic-farming-gardening/stories/13-must-see-botanical-gardens popularmechanics.com/home/improvement/lawn-garden/10-great-gardens-to-visit-in-the-us#slide-1 independenttraveler.com/blog/index.php/2011/01/19/5-best-places-to-see-spring-flowers-in-the-u-s/ huffingtonpost.com/2011/03/23/spring-flowers-travel_n_839414.html#s262972title=Lupine_Meadows_Sugar OHomeAway let's stay together®