Great Day Out: Green Spring Gardens 2

Yesterday I told you about the children's space at Green Spring Garden. Today you get to see that it has something for everyone!

"Green Spring Gardens is a "must visit" for everyone in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area. It's a year-round gold mine of information and inspiration for the home gardener. It's an outdoor classroom for children and their families to learn about plants and wildlife. It's also a museum, a national historic site that offers glimpses into a long, rich history with colonial origins. 

There's something here for everyone: a wooded stream valley with ponds, a naturalistic native plant garden, over 20 thematic demonstration gardens, a greenhouse filled with tropicals, and a well-stocked horticultural reference library. Visit the Garden Gate Plant Shop and our two gift shops where you'll find gift ideas ranging from books and gardening gloves to china and wind chimes. Green Spring will educate, inspire, and delight you. The gardens are always changing, so come back often for new ideas."

The horticultural education center with its shops, library, art exhibits and friendly staff is a welcoming air conditioned escape from the Virginian sun. There are expanses of grass for running and rolling; wooded pathways and inviting seats; gorgeous planting and wonderfully educational programs for all ages.

Green Spring Gardens is free to visit - there's a suggested donation at honesty boxes in the parking lot of $2 per day per vehicle or $20 a year. That generosity and openness flows throughout the gardens - it's a wonderful gem of a garden, so spread the word!