The weather is beautiful here in New England and we’re finally footloose and fancy free to travel to the destinations we’ve been longing to see throughout the dreary months of winter. For some of you, it may be a resort or maybe a beach where you can swim the shores of our Atlantic Ocean. For me, it’s the time of year where flower gardens are in full bloom, making a road trip to a floral destination sound extremely enticing. Thankfully, this region is loaded with talented gardeners who harvest robust crops of floral masterpieces in july and August (if we’re lucky, maybe even September). So if you’re a flower lover who might be interested in learning a thing or two from the aces in the trade, here’s a list to pin to your maps this summer!
Wellesley College Botanic Gardens
Wellesley College Botanic Gardens
106 Central Street
photo credit via http://www.wellesley.edu
Wellesley is a beautiful town to visit, which is home to historic houses, a quaint shopping center and of course, the prestigious educational center of Wellesley College. Although most of the students have left for the summer, this college gives you another reason to stick around and it’s all thanks to the beautiful botanical gardens thriving on the grounds. Open daily with no charge to visit; this should be at the top of your list to visit this summer.
Fells Historic Estate and Gardens
Route 103A / P.O. Box 276
Newbury, NH, 03255
photo credit via https://thefells.org/gardens-at-the-fells
If you’re a history buff, you’ll like this location because not only does it have some of the most beautiful gardens you will ever see, there is also a rich background tied to the property regarding the famous statesman, John Milton. Along with stunning flowerbeds surrounding the property, you can also enjoy the wooded trails if you hike as a hobby.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
101 Ferry Road / Route 114
Bristol, RI, 02809
photo credit via: http://www.blithewold.org/
Also referred to as “An American Garden Treasure”, this location will have you saying “WOW” as soon as you get there. One reason is due to their vast collection of plants and flowers, which range from exotic to romantic if you’re looking for some diversity in your travels...