Few People Realize There's A 15-Acre Wildflower Butterfly Garden In Georgia, And It's Absolutely Magical
Jackie Ann
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Ball Ground is a sleepy little town in Cherokee County that’s hiding one of Georgia’s best-kept secrets. Tucked away at the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains lies one of the most incredible gardens you’ve ever seen, and that’s Gibbs Gardens. What started as one man’s passion grew into one of the largest residential estate gardens in the country, including one of the most impressive wildflower butterfly gardens in Georgia, and it’s simply magical. The 376-acre garden is so magical, you’ll feel like you’re walking through a fairy tale. You might even have a butterfly land on you!
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The garden is typically open Tuesday – Sunday. Advanced tickets aren’t required, but they are recommended. Head over to the Gibbs Gardens website for hours and start planning your trip to this magical butterfly garden in Georgia today!
While this dreamy garden is a wonderful place to feel like a Disney princess (or prince) for a day, did you know that monarch butterflies in Georgia have their own gorgeous spring migration that you can see from wherever you are? You won’t want to miss it! If you need a good excuse to get away from it all, this charming and secluded home on an animal sanctuary might just be the perfect place to admire them… and get some llama snuggles while you’re at it.
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What are the best botanical gardens to visit in Georgia?
It seems fitting that the gorgeous Peach State would be equally full of stunning botanical gardens! This spring, peruse lush havens of tropical flowers, stroll through stunning rose gardens, and be wowed by the beauty of Mother Nature at your fingertips. Here are just a few of the prettiest botanical gardens in Georgia:
- Atlanta Botanical Garden, Atlanta: One of the largest and most beautiful woodland gardens in the country, the Atlanta Botanical Garden is home to unique ecosystems and garden areas such as the Fuqua Orchid Center, the Japanese Garden, the Rare Conifer Garden, and the Hydrangea Collection. The garden also features a canopy walk and a stunning Earth Goddess sculpture with a waterfall hand.
- Callaway Resort & Gardens, Pine Mountain: Callaway Resort & Gardens is a breathtaking 2,500-acre estate in Pine Mountain with more than seven miles of nature trails, a lake, and a whopping 20,000 azaleas. The garden is home to a butterfly house, a discovery pavilion, and a variety of plants and flowers that change with the seasons.
- Gibbs Gardens, Ball Ground: This 292-acre estate features 16 magnificent gardens, including a Japanese garden, a water lily garden, a rose garden, and a daffodil garden. The garden also has 19 waterfalls, ponds, sculptures, and a "Monet" bridge. The garden hosts festivals and events throughout the year, such as the Daffodil Festival and the Daylily Colorfest.
- Savannah Botanical Gardens, Savannah: This petite garden is home to a variety of plants, including roses, camellias, ferns, herbs, and native plants. The garden also has a pond, a gazebo, a walking trail, and a historic farmhouse. The garden is free and open to the public.
- State Botanical Garden of Georgia, Athens: The State Botanical Garden in Athens is a 313-acre garden with 11 botanical and horticultural collections, like the Heritage Garden, the International Garden, the Shade Garden, and the Flower Garden. The garden also has five miles of nature trails, a tropical conservatory, a hummingbird trail, and a children’s garden.
- Thomasville Rose Garden, Thomasville: Talk about romantic! This five-acre garden boasts over 1,500 beautiful rose bushes in four themed beds: Heroes, Holidays, Love & Cherish, and Famous People. The garden is part of the city’s annual Rose Show and Festival, which celebrates the timeless beauty and fragrance of roses.