Sunken Gardens Is A Scenic Outdoor Spot In Nebraska That's A Nature Lover’s Dream Come True
By Catherine Armstrong|Published January 22, 2020
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Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
There are so many scenic outdoor spots in Nebraska that it could take you a lifetime to thoroughly explore them all. No matter where you live in the Cornhusker State, odds are good that you’re just minutes away from a quiet little oasis. There’s a pretty little garden tucked away in Lincoln, and if you’ve never visited, you’ll want to put it on your bucket list – it’s a nature lover’s dream come true!
Welcome to Sunken Gardens! You'll find this little oasis right in Lincoln, and it's been around since your grandparents were youngsters.
The original gardens were constructed in 1930. It's hard to believe that this land was once used for a landfill, because now it's covered with lush plants and blooming flowers.
Originally called "The Rock Garden," this 1.5-acre spot was built by men who were looking for work during the Great Depression. When they first opened, the gardens were filled with water features, as well as 416 trees and shrubs.
Take a stroll through Sunken Gardens to see what's blooming. The parcel of land is divided into three separate gardens: The Healing Garden, Perennial Garden, and Annual Garden.
You'll want to set aside plenty of time to literally stop and smell the flowers. In the spring, thousands of tulips bloom here, along with other flowers.
Keep an eye out for insects and animals who love the garden as much as we do. You'll want to bring your camera to capture the beauty of both the flora and fauna here.
If you'd like to get involved as a volunteer at the Sunken Garden, visit its website. Helpers are needed every spring to plant thousands of annuals every spring, and to keep the gardens looking beautiful all year long. Docents are also needed to host tours through the gardens.
Visit the gardens year-round from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day. Admission is free!
Have you visited Sunken Gardens recently? We’d love to hear about your visit there! Learn more about the gardens on the Lincoln Parks Foundation website, and check out the gardens’ Facebook page to see what’s blooming there this week!
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