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Best USA Gardens

America has some superb public gardens for you to visit.

The real beauty of America is the diversity of gardens that its size and geography can accommodate.

From the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, to the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids combining Gardens and Art to the quirky Ladew Topiary Gardens in Maryland.

Many of the gardens have superb walking trails with amazing views like The Magnolia Plantation & Gardens in South Carolina.

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Best Gardens in the United States of America

Longwood Gardens Fountain District
Longwood Gardens Fountains, Philadelphia

Longwood Gardens, Philadelphia, PA 19348

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Google Review Rating – 4.9
Set in 200 acres this is gardens on a grand scale. Highly rated by visitors with spectacular Fountains, Conservatory 7 multiple gardens. Perfect for a family day out. More Details here

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - Giles Rhododendron and Perennial Garden
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens – Rhododendron

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Boothbay, ME 04537

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Google Review Rating – 4.8
The largest botanical gardens in New England with 300 acres and 15 gardens to explore. There is a Cafe & Shop & don’t forget the Winter Lights! Find out more including Visitor Reviews! More Details here

Bloedel Reserve Gardens - Moss Garden
Bloedel Reserve Gardens – Moss Garden

Bloedel Reserve Gardens, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Google Review Rating – 4.8
The Bloedel Reserve Gardens offer stunning views, cool trails, formal gardens, relaxing ponds & a Japanese Guest House. Discover why you should visit & what to look out for! More Details here

Desert Botanical Garden - Desert Trail
Desert Botanical Garden – Desert Trail, Phoenix

Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Google Review Rating – 4.8
The Desert Botanical Garden has several brilliant trails to follow to really enjoy & understand the desert environment ecosystem. There is also a Butterfly Pavilion, Cafe & Restaurant. Very photogenic. At least I think so! More Details here

Frederik Meijer Gardens - Japanese Garden
Frederik Meijer Gardens – Grand Rapids

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Google Review Rating – 4.8
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park offers a superb mix between Art & Gardens with over 300 art exhibits and multiple stunning gardens to walk through. A Cafe & Shop are also on site. More Details here

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Dallas Arboretum - A Womans Garden
Dallas Arboretum – A Woman’s Garden, Dallas

Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden, Dallas, Texas, 75218

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Review Rating – 4.7
With 23 gardens the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden has no shortage of differing garden styles. From a Children’s Garden, a modern infinity pools to classic lawns. Plenty of benches & options to eat & drink. More Details here

New York Botanical Garden - Herb Garden
New York Botanical Garden – Herb Garden, Bronx

New York Botanical Garden, Bronx, New York 10458

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Review Rating – 4.7
Discover the many gardens & features in this Bronx located 250 acre garden. with over 30 gardens & features to see, tram tours, shop & dining options. Ideal for the family! More Details here

United States Botanic Garden - Conservatory
United States Botanic Garden, Washington

United States Botanic Garden, Washington, DC 20001

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Review Rating – 4.7
The United States Botanic Garden is free to visit & packed full of interesting plants & many different environments. The Conservatory is a must see! From a Childs Garden to a Tropical Forest. More Details here

Ladew Topiary Gardens Ariel View
Ladew Topiary Gardens, Monkton, Maryland

Ladew Topiary Gardens, Monkton, Maryland, MD 21111

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Review Rating – 4.7
Ladew Topiary Gardens offer a highly rated & unique experience having over 100 Topiary forms! With a Gift Shop, Cafe, Trail & Picnic areas it is perfect day out for all of the family. More Details here

Gardens of the Golden Gate Park - Conservatory of Flowers
Gardens of the Golden Gate Park – Conservatory of Flowers

Gardens of Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California, CA 94118

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Review Rating – 4.7

An amazing variety of plants, landscape, architecture from Japanese Tea House to Ferns, Conservatory plants, Fragrant Gardens & Children’s Garden, Sculpture & rare & Exotic plants!
Pro Tip: Get the 3 days pass with unlimited visits to all 3 gardens!! More Details here

The Oregon Garden USA
The Oregon Garden USA, Silverton, Oregon

The Oregon Garden, Silverton, Oregon, OR 97381

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Review Rating – 4.5
Set in 80 acres there are 20 speciality gardens including a Sensory, Rose, Water & Children’s Garden. Super dog friendly with a Pet Garden! Gift Shop, Snacks & a Tram Tour! More Details here

Magnolia Plantation - Swamps
Magnolia Plantation – Swamps, South Carolina

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, Charleston, South Carolina, SC 29414

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Google Visitor Review Rating – 4.5
The Magnolia Plantation & Gardens offer a great day out with many trails to walk or take the many tours, most free of charge. Lots of wildlife to spot. Cafe, shop and dog friendly! More Details here

All information correct at the date of publication.

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