Often the greenest and most stunning places in an urban environment, botanical gardens serve as recreational areas where the public can interface with the natural world in a context that inspires awe ...

If you need a break from the noise of social media or the craziness of work, there's nothing more relaxing and uplifting than a quiet walk through nature. From preserved forests in the heart of big ...

The red rocks of the Papago Buttes rise around the Desert Botanical Garden, forming a barrier that hides the urban core of downtown Phoenix. Walking trails are lined with San Pedro cactuses and ...

As I wander around Cambridge University Botanic Garden, a tree called the Wollemi pine often catches my eye. It's one of our rarest trees, and a distinctive looking pine, with broad needles and bark ...

New England is known for its remarkable fall foliage and snowy small towns. But come spring through early autumn, its gardens absolutely steal the show. Across the region, you'll find a stunning ...

Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive in Hales Corners, is part of the Milwaukee County Parks system. According to the gardens' website, there are thousands of plants laid out in 12 formal ...

A botanical garden does not have to be famous to feel unforgettable. This Pennsylvania escape proves that beautifully, offering the kind of calm, colorful pause that can make an ordinary day feel ...