Ready to add some whimsy and wholesome fun to your next family outing? You don’t have to travel too far outside the city to feel as if you’ve entered an entirely new world of magic and delight. As you make plans for the upcoming months, there’s one decidedly enchanting butterfly habitat near Detroit that certainly deserves a spot on your bucket list. Get ready to make lasting memories and reconnect with the beauty of nature.

Barson’s Greenhouse is located along Merriman Road in Westland, just 30 minutes from Detroit.
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At first glance, you might confuse Barson’s with a typical greenhouse and garden shop. While there’s certainly plenty of traditional inventory in store for plant lovers, the greenhouse offers so much more.
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For upwards of 40 years, out-of-towners and locals alike have visited Barson’s to stock up on gorgeous blooms, learn about gardening, and make memories with the whole family. There’s plenty to enjoy.
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One of the greenhouse’s most unique features is its on-site butterfly habitat, which comes to life with fluttering friends during the summer months – typically throughout June, July, and August.
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When you stop in, you’ll have the opportunity to marvel at delicate, graceful butterflies of multiple varieties as they make their way through a peaceful habitat. It’s easy to be enamored with this pretty locale.
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If the butterflies weren’t enough, Barson’s is also home to koi ponds and row after row of greenery, flowers, and other wondrous plants. For many, heading to the greenhouse for a day trip is a family tradition.
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Of course, there are also plenty of products in stock to help you perfect your very own garden. Whether you’re a beginner or a tried-and-true gardener, you’ll find just what you need to keep your plants healthy.
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The next time you’re seeking a relaxing and decidedly unique day trip from the Motor City, hop in the car and venture to Barson’s. This greenhouse and its brilliant butterfly habitat will easily capture your heart.
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For additional information, check out the official website for Barson’s Greenhouse. Have you and your family made the quick trip from Detroit to this fun spot during previous visits? Is there another butterfly habitat near Detroit that we should be aware of? Share your thoughts with us by leaving a Facebook comment or recommend another one-of-a-kind destination near the Motor City by completing our nomination form.

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Barson Greenhouse, 6414 Merriman Rd, Westland, MI 48185, USA