If you are a person that loves the beauty of a garden, then going to the Norfolk Botanical Garden, which is in Norfolk, Virginia is the ideal place for you! Not only is the Norfolk Botanical Garden a place that has one garden, but it is actually considered to be an oasis of gardens. In the oasis, you will be able to see more than 30 different themed gardens; which are on over 155 acres! Amongst all those gardens, they also have a featured garden each week; in which they are different from week to week. Also, within the weekly featured gardens, they also have a featured plant for each week, as well.
When it comes to choosing which gardens you want to see, for most people it is rather difficult; as they are all really beautiful. Therefore, many times people will try to view a little of each garden. However, if you are limited on time, some of the most popular signature gardens that you will want to look through are the Bicentennial Rose Garden, Renaissance Garden, (if you have children with you) World of Wonders-A Children's Garden Adventure, and the Sarah Lee Baker Perennial Garden; to name a few.
When it comes to the themes of the gardens, there are many different ones. In fact, there is just about a theme for any kind of interest! Some of the themed gardens you will come upon while visiting are the All American Selections Garden, Circle Garden, Figure 8 Garden, Purity Garden, Mirror Lake, and the Tropical Garden; amongst many other themes.
If you are worried that there is a specific time to come to the gardens, you should have none! Norfolk Botanical Gardens is open year round; no matter what the season is! In fact, they also have boat tours, as well! However, they are only available from April to October; or until weather permits.
If you are visiting the Norfolk Botanical Gardens for the first time, you will be in awe as to how beautiful it actually is! In fact, many people can't believe their eyes as to how beautiful plants can actually be! It will definitely be something that you will never forget!
