4.5Elizabeth Park(425 reviews) - Kathy (Director of Park Operations) Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Parks • Gardens • Jogging Paths & Tracks
This walkers' haven, with several gardens along its wildflower trail, a lovely pond and sports and concert facilities, is best known for its magnificent rose garden, with 800 varieties of roses.See more..
4.0Harriet Beecher Stowe Center(310 reviews) - Tour Guide Rocks Wednesday: Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Gardens • History Museums
Harriet Beecher Stowe was the best-selling author of the anti-slavery novel "Uncle Tom's Cabin." A 21st-century museum and program center, the Stowe Center offers interactive and engaging tours and programs designed to inspire action on social justice issues. Specialized tour experiences and discussion-based contemporary issue programs are regularly offered.See more..
4.5Bartlett Arboretum(26 reviews) - Fine arboretum in Stamford, Connecticut Gardens
The arboretum has free parking and free admission. The visitor's center is staffed irregularly. There are several gardens near the visitor's center. The paths are mostly gravelly and mildly hilly. There are walking and biking trails throughout the grounds. There are identification markers on many of the plants. COVID-19: Staff members were masked and visitors were expected to be masked and observe social distancing throughout their stays.See more..
This is a small gem on Westover avenue. The former location of the Goodbody mansion, the garden remains and is well tended by the Stamford Garden Club. The garden is a formal and beautiful and has blooms during the whole growing season. It also has historical significance as it was the site of Fort Stamford during the revolutionary war. You can still make out the four points of the fort. There is even a well maintained building off to the side which I understand the city rents out for parties.See more..
Hours are Seasonal. Open May - Mid-October. The only garden in the United States planned by British garden designer Gertrude Jekyll. Historic House c.1750. Interpretation: American Revolutionary War period 1771-1786. Guided tours available May - Mid-October.See more..
5.0Hollister House Garden(15 reviews) - Beautifully situated in the rolling hills of CT Temporarily closed - Closed until Apr 21, 2023 Spent < 1 hour Gardens
A CLASSIC GARDEN in the English manner, with a loosely formal structure, informally planted in generous abundance situated in the Litchfield hills of northwestern Connecticut. Hollister House Garden, a non-profit corporation, is one of only 16 exceptional gardens currently designated a Preservation Project by the Garden Conservancy, whose mission is to identify and preserve important private gardens across America for the education and enjoyment of the public. Hollister House in 2010 achieved its prestigious listing on the National Register of Historic Places and the property was also named a Town Landmark Site by the Town of Washington. The garden is closed for the season and will re-open April 21, 2023.See more..
5.0Greenwich Botanical Center(4 reviews) - A true hidden gem in Fairfield County Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Gardens
Since 1957, we have been successful in carrying out our mission promoting horticulture, conservation and the arts through education programs, outreach activities and special events. GBC’s dedicated staff and hard-working team of 150 volunteers achieve amazing activities throughout our community.See more..
Beautiful and uplifting too see all these flowers in one place! If you are going, put 160 wigwam Road in your GPS.See more..
3.5Scotts Orchard and Nursery(3 reviews) - Large selection of plants and shrubs. Gardens Scotts is nearby to me and I often check out their selections of plants and shrubs. They have a wide and varied selection including perennials, annuals, vegetables, as well as trees and shrubs. I have bought quite a few things here over the years. They are likely to have most of what you are looking for. Their prices are higher than many other places, especially for bagged items like fertilizers, potting soil, etc. However their extensive selection and nearby location often draws me to purchase here. Convenience to me is the reason. I would also note that Scotts is family run. The staff is friendly. They are also knowledgeable about their stock and can offer advice on various selections you many want to make.See more..
5.0Town & Country Nurseries(2 reviews) - Great Selection & Service Gardens We use T&C for our landscaping, lawn care & snow plowing. Very happy with them. Very responsive especially when scheduling around inclement weather See more..
5.0Brush Hill Gardens(2 reviews) - Very nice gardens and ponds Spent 1-2 hours Gardens Very nice gardens packed into a relatively small space. Extensive system of ponds they created that they call the "Water Works". Very nice people, call to make a reservation for the tour. Bug spray would have been good to bring on the day we went, since a good part is in woodland.See more..
We started as a landscape company specializing in water-gardens and opened an aquatics farm where we have our display gardens, gift shop & Backyard farm. Its a great place to stop to feed the fish, check out the shop, make your own fairy garden or terrarium, or just relax by the waterfall. The store carries pond supplies, local CT artisans, nature-inspired gifts & home and garden accents. We are seasonal may-december and have large holiday displays in the garden. (The not-so-spooky-trail & winter-wonderland) We offer private shopping & parties. Don’t forget to check out the farm animals while you are here! We are located at 101 Allen street, Terryville CT. You will see the open sign & flag will be waving during business hours! Pull in there is plenty of parking & sorry... no public restrooms!See more..
4.0Promisek's Historic Garden(1 review) - Hidden Treasure Property where the Housatonic and Shepaug Rivers Meet Spent 1-2 hours Gardens
A formal stonewalled garden designed by Beatrix Farrand in 1921, this garden was brought back to life in 1992. The stone walkways make browsing through the garden, a beautiful mixture of perennials and annuals, very easy. Be sure to go through the gate in the back to see the teardrop shaped pool, amphitheater, and pergola that were once used in the 1930s. Although officially only open on the last Sunday in June (CT Garden Day), this garden welcomes visitors who call ahead and make an appointment for a tour.See more..
5.0Sundial Herb Garden(1 review) - A little oasis Gardens What a lovely place. The tea selection is unmatched. It is a wonderfully relaxing experience. The owner is lovely and the most knowledgable person about teas that I have ever met. It's a bit out of the way but WELL worth the visit. She also offers tea-tasting events.See more..
2.0Holley-Williams House(1 review) - This museum closed, was sold, and is now a private residence Gardens • History Museums When it was still open it was a nice small town museum, mostly dedicated to the history of one local family that was prominent in the iron business many years ago. However, if you weren't a Holley or a Williams, or didn't really find looking around old houses very satisfying, it wasn't the kind of visit you would be apt to repeat. They had an enactor who was very good as a Revolutionary soldier (cannons for the Revolutionary War were made nearby) and really knew his history, but even he couldn't make the site into the attraction I think people hoped it would become.See more..
5.0Bringing The Greenback(1 review) - My new happy place! Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Gardens
What a fun way to spend time with friends. I met a friend at their garden tour and then quickly made new friends there. We laughed, learned and left with a new baby tree. After a full hour garden tour they let you enjoy the gardens, forging new friendships. I’m already planning my next visit there to see what’s in bloom.See more..
4.0Ballek’s Garden Center(1 review) - Always worth a visit to Balleks! Spent 2-3 hours Gardens
We are open all year! Come visit our tropical greenhouse in the winter months and explore our extensive collection of annuals, vegetables, perennials, shrubs and etc. through the spring and summer months! We also host the seasonal East Haddam Farmer’s Market June through September, Saturday’s 9-12.See more..
The Sanctuary(0 review) Spent 1-2 hours Yoga & Pilates • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens See more..
