March 13th, 2008
Still looking for “blooming” events taking place throughout the region? Consider these:
Visiting D.C…
Explore the gardens and plants at the U.S National Arboretum. On April 5, enjoy a lecture and tour on cherry trees.
Exploring Maryland…
April 24 is the 22nd Towson Garden Days. Events include tours of the Secret Garden, which is only open during the festival.
Maryland […]
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March 13th, 2008
Still making the way through the South in search of some spring flowers. Here is what’s happening.
Exploring Kentucky…
More Wildflowers: J.J. Audubon State Park is hosting a Wildflower Extravaganza on April 5. Join others at the Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary on a Wildflower Search April 6. April 17-20 is Wildflower Weekend at the Natural Bridge State Resort […]
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March 13th, 2008
The South is in full bloom for Spring. Here are just a few places that you can find the colors.
Exploring Tennessee…
Bell Buckle’s Daffodil Day is scheduled for March 15. Events include a special tree planting ceremony and a daffodil show.
Get ‘Wild’ about Wildflowers: Fall Creek Falls State Park is hosting their annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage […]
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March 13th, 2008
Continuing across the South in search of blooms…
Visiting Alabama…
View over 250,000 azaleas in bloom at Mobile’s Bellingrath Gardens during the Spring. Various varieties include ‘Southern Charm’ and ‘Pride of Mobile.’ Other flowers, such as Easter lilies and delphiniums are in bloom and on display throughout the gardens as well.
The town of Semmes will hold their […]
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March 8th, 2008
When it’s springtime, the South loves to show off. Whether it’s tours of homes, garden tours, or flower tours, the region opens its doors and gates to the public. Here’s a sampling of what’s happening around the area.
Going to Arkansas…
The 15th Annual Camden Daffodil Festival is schedule for March 7 and 8. Held in Camden, […]
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March 3rd, 2008
Ah, spring time. Warmer weather, longer days and flowers. Lots and lots of flowers. No doubt about it, we love our gardens in the South. Whether its a small garden, or acres and acres of plants, gardens are southerners pride and joy.
There are a number of public gardens to visit throughout the region. Here’s […]
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November 30th, 2007
Who would have ever thought some of the best advertising on be on top of a barn roof? Rock City, six miles outside of Chattanooga, Tenn., is probably best known for its unique advertising technique used years ago. Those icons, the red barns with black roofs and white letters, are as Americana as the Burma […]
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July 5th, 2007
For those of you who really don’t like to spend the day covering a zillion acres, and yes sometimes amusement parks can feel that way, I found something that you might like instead. What you are about to see is a collection of nine historic houses spanning the period from 1790 to 1910 and […]
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May 26th, 2007
Be sure to bring your most comfortable walking shoes, because you aren’t going to want to miss any of the 210 acres which feature streams, waterfalls, bridges and then all of the gorgeous flowers.
“The site for Garvan Woodland Gardens was purchased in the 1920’s after a clear-cut in about 1915. Mrs. Garvan loved this beautiful […]
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March 31st, 2007
See a touch of history on 60 acres of lush gardens, showcasing rare, exotic and native plants. Tour the citrus groves and the Wray Botanical Collection. Explore the “Free-Flight” Aviary, Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary and historic Wray Home. Visit our gift & garden shops and enjoy an eco-experience of […]
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