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Fields of Lavender: Seafoam Lavender Garden in River John | Nova Scotia

June 23, 2022 by Jackie Gately

Lavender at Seafoam Lavender Garden Nova Scotia

There’s something enchanting about finding yourself in a field of lavender. Whether it’s the mounds of purple blooms, the soothing scent, or the romantic notion of Provence, it’s pure Zen in bloom.

That’s what we discovered at the Seafoam Lavender Garden.

Located in River John, Nova Scotia, find out why it’s a stop you must add to your Canadian road trip itinerary, especially if you’re traveling on the scenic Sunrise Trail.

Editor’s Note: We updated this article in June 2022 to keep the content up to date.

Best Inspirational Garden Quotes To Make You Think

September 11, 2022April 24, 2022 by Jackie Gately

There’s little more rewarding than seeing your garden efforts in bloom. Or maybe it’s walking in a vibrant field of cheery sunflowers. Or you’re exploring interesting plant varieties in a beautiful botanical garden.

Envision breathing deeply into a velvety, fragrant rose.

No matter which kind of garden experience you prefer, gardens of all kinds are restorative!

If you are drawn to gardens as I am, you’ll love these inspirational garden quotes.

Just browse this extensive collection of garden sayings and quotes that are sure to make you think about gardening—and life…long beyond spent blooms.

Editors Note: We updated this post in June 2022 with more garden quotes to keep it fresh!

Best Virtual Garden Tours in the World

October 21, 2022June 27, 2020 by Michaela Shimkus

As spring and summer welcome blue skies and bright days, you may be longing to get outside and enjoy the beauty of nature. When you can’t pack your bags and book a flight, don’t worry…you’ve got options!

One is to enjoy the world’s natural beauty without leaving the comfort of your own home through these virtual garden tours around the world.

World Botanical Gardens: 35+ Beautiful Gardens That Will Inspire

May 9, 2022June 2, 2020 by Jackie Gately

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A stroll through some world botanical gardens feels pretty close to walking in paradise. Whether you prefer perfectly-coiffed flower beds of formal gardens or casual country gardens spilling over with wildflowers, you’ll find them here.

In this comprehensive showcase, discover 35+ best gardens of the world chosen by travel bloggers to provide garden inspiration, at home or away.

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In this comprehensive showcase, discover 35+ best gardens of the world chosen by travel bloggers to provide garden inspiration, at home or away.

3 Spectacular Botanical Gardens I Love at The Huntington Museum

March 10, 2023February 15, 2019 by Jackie Gately

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I grew up in New England, a fickle region for gardening. The summers are short and unpredictable; the winters involve a deep freeze and frost heaves; springtime—if we have one at all—is wet and fleeting. Despite these tricky conditions, I am an avid gardener. My visit to the spectacular Botanical Gardens at The Huntington Museum was a highlight of my trip to Greater Los Angeles. My daughter and I explored three of sixteen themed gardens: The Desert Garden, The Rose Garden, and The Japanese Garden. Each was spectacular in its own way.