Local garden destinations and resources
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Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary
On the grounds of legendary garden writer Elizabeth Lawrence’s Myers Park residence, Wing Haven’s three public gardens cultivate sanctuary in nature, stewardship and the legacy of Southern horticulture.
260 RIDGEWOOD AVENUE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28209 -
UNCC Botanical Gardens & Greenhouse
A 10-acre public botanical garden and tropical greenhouse on the campus of UNC Charlotte. If you’re lucky, the greenhouse’s Titan arum, aka ‘Rotney The Magnifiscent,’ will be putting on a show!
9090 CRAVER ROAD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28262 -
Mecklenburg Extension Master Gardeners
These dedicated gardening enthusiasts assist the public on a wide range of gardening topics. They offer an online Garden Help Desk along with resources and tips to help home gardeners grow!
This is also the group that trains and certifies Master Gardeners locally.
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Historic Duke Mansion Gardens
On the National Register of Historic Places, the Duke Mansion has 4.5 acres of gardens that are free and open during daylight hours nearly every day. Call 704-714-4400 to check the private event calendar first.
400 HERMITAGE ROAD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207 -
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Enjoy 110 acres of spectacular gardens including a tropical plant and orchid conservatory, a Dry Piedmont Prairie, annual and perennial displays, sparkling fountains, a massive gift shop and more.
6500 SOUTH NEW HOPE ROAD BELMONT NC 28012
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Historic Rosedale
This 1815-era subsistence farm is an Certified Wildlife Habitat as designated by the National Wildlife Federation. With a blacksmith shop, three honeybee hives and a Big Tree Museum, Rosedale celebrates history and horticulture.
3427 NORTH TRYON STREET
CHARLOTTE, NC 28206 -
McGill Rose Garden
This urban micro-park was once a coalyard; when bought by the McGills in the ‘50s Mrs. McGill began planting roses to beautify its fence lines. Now featuring several garden “rooms” with a hip, boho vibe, locals flock to its wine and coffee shop.
940 N DAVIDSON
CHARLOTTE, NC 28206 -
Serenity Garden in Kingswood
Featuring many custom sculptures, waterfalls and hardscape features - including a meditation labyrinth - Serenity Garden welcomes nature lovers to contemplate, meditate and find peace within its lush woodland garden.
Private tours by appointment. Located in Kingswood off of Carmel Road in Charlotte.