Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens

Gardens for all seasons. Showcasing native plants and a world-class collection of rhododendrons and azaleas. Open every day of the week, 9am-5pm, free of charge

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We saved you the best seats in the house! With the perfect weather this week, we are making extra time to sit back and soak up the last drops of summer. That magical combination of sun, breeze, and birdsong. Photo: Chris Swisher #jenkinsarboretum

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Looking for something FREE to do on your day off? #JenkinsArboretum is open from 9 am to 7 pm and admission is free - as usual! Stop by to go for a walk, peep some pollinators, and buy some great native plants to bring home with you. Photo: Chris Swisher

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Due to the impending storm, Jenkins will be closed at noon today 9/1 and our Wednesday Walkabout will be canceled.

Stay safe out there and enjoy your day off from watering the garden!

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New month, new hours! ⏰ As the days begin to shorten, we are now open from 9 am - 7 pm. Stop by for a visit this week to watch the slow change of seasons!

Photo: Liz Pettit

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But first, brunch! Our Franklin trees (Franklinia alatamaha) are in full fried-egg bloom here at Jenkins. Do yourself a favor and start the week off right with brunch followed by a stroll at Jenkins to check out the Franklin trees! Photo: Chris Swisher #jenkinsarboretum

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On your next visit to #JenkinsArboretum, remember to take some time to observe life on the forest floor. And don't worry - we won't mind if you need to lay on your belly to spend extra time with a good clump of moss!
Photo: Angelina M. Photography

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It's easy to see how this native shrub got its name! Bottlebrush buckeye (Aesculus parviflora) is in full fluffy bloom right now with long spikes of bright white flowers. But the show doesn't stop there - check back in fall for bold yellow foliage!
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This bullfrog has the right idea for a hot day like today! Beat the heat during your visit to #JenkinsArboretum by bringing a water bottle, hat, and sunscreen. And don't forget to say "hi" to our amphibious friends down at the pond. Stay cool out there! Photo: Liz Pettit

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The floral fireworks at Jenkins are always rain or shine! 🎆The brilliant blooms of Woodland pinkroot (Spigelia marilandica) are a festive pop of red and yellow in a season of green. #jenkinsarboretum #jenkinsarboretumandgardens #americasgardencapital

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Welcome to #PollinatorWeek! Join in this week as we celebrate pollinators in all their shapes and sizes. We'll be highlighting some of our pollinator friends from the garden, the plants that support them, and what you can do to help a pollinator out! ⁠
⁠Photo: Liz Pettit

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It's the weekend... time to stretch out and relax in the sun! Please note: Jenkins will be closed at noon today for a special event this afternoon. We'll be open during our normal hours again tomorrow from 9 am - 8 pm.

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Must be #florilegiumfriday again! Artist Susan Minutun is hard at work adding the stems and leaves to go along with the blooms of this pinxterbloom azalea (Rhododendron periclymenoides).⁠ Photo: Susan Minutun #jenkinsarboretum

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We are excited to announce that our Executive Director, Tom Smarr, is this year's recipient of the Service Award from the American Public Gardens Association! He was recognized for his selfless support of peers, his welcoming spirit, & passion for horticulture. Well done, Tom!

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It was a hot one today! To help you cool off after a sweltering day, here's a snowy scene from Jenkins this past winter. What a difference a few months can make!

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Happy self-care Sunday! It's high time you took a few moments to show yourself a little love, just like this Green Heron taking a few moments to preen on the edge of our pond.

Photo: Liz Pettit

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Never underestimate the power of texture! All of these plants sport the green hues of June, yet they each bring a distinct texture to the landscape to create an artistic and dynamic patchwork of leaves.⁠

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Watch out! #JenkinsArboretum is filled with dragons! 🐲 This native perennial is commonly called green dragon, or Arisaema dracontium, because of its fanned foliage that unfurls in spring like a pair of dragon wings.

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Looking out on another beautiful day in @americasgardencapital!

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We see you, weekend warriors! Is there anything better than a free Saturday to tackle some DIY projects around the nest?

Photo: Richard Freeman @richardfreeman0

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In just under 3 weeks, our Garden Shop has sold nearly 5,000 native plants to enthusiastic gardeners in the region! We like to think of these plants as little Jenkins ambassadors being deployed to bring food, habitat, and LIFE to your home landscape.

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