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April 13, 2015

Just a Walk Through the Garden

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Dothan Area Botanical GardensWasn’t it just yesterday that I was strolling around the 50 acres at Dothan Area Botanical Gardens?  It seems that way and I am looking forward to being back this week to enjoy some of the spring flowers that have to be popping out about this time.

I was thrilled to discover this lovely spot just off of Highway 431 about 4 miles north of Dothan, Alabama.  It boasts acres and acres of lovely gardens, trails, and undeveloped areas that are left natural for the sole purpose of preserving the lovely native plants of the area.DAGB9

The first time that I visited was an early spring day when the sun was bright and the air was warm and I reveled in being able to just walk the grounds with no agenda or schedule.  As I wandered through the paths and walkways I encountered a few visitors but not too many so it was almost as if I had my own private garden.DAGB8

DAGBThere are so many different areas to explore within the gardens and each one is even more beautiful than the next.  I found the scene in the Mullen Asian Garden especially serene and beautiful

DABG2I could have just sat there all day long.  Seriously.  It was wonderful.  Can’t you just hear the waterfall and the lovely sounds of the birds and frogs and insects?

The Camellia garden was blooming and was lovely as well.  I snapped a lot of pictures of it but I am only sharing two today.

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DAGB4The gazebo and the area around it are the perfect setting for a wedding, don’ t you think?  I know that this is the place of many happy unions.

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The Dothan Area Botanical Gardens also has a pretty interesting  Lovegate area but that will be the post for another day.

Another thing that absolutely thrilled me was finding a Little Free Library in the gardens.  If you have followed me for any length of time you know I love these things and had hoped to put one of my own up.  My good friend, Val, was able to get one established and she wrote about it here.
DAGB13Of course I took a book and will be adding a few of my own additions on my next trip to Dothan.  Perfect location, don’t you think?

 

DAGB15The flowers and trees and shrubs were just beginning to pop out when I was visiting so I am very anxious to go back this week while I am in Alabama again to see what changes are happening.  Spring is here and I am hoping to see a lot of the lovely spring flowers and blooms popping through.

DABGDo you have a favorite place that you like to visit in your area that is similar to these lovely gardens?  I am in awe of this place and absolutely love their mission:

The Gardens’ Mission is to provide an enhancement to the quality of life for Wiregrass citizens, to serve as an educational resource for children and adults in garden lore and environmental issues, and to be a vibrant area attraction that promotes tourism and economic development in southeast Alabama.

Tell me in the comment section where your favorite garden spot is located.  Is it in your own backyard or at an area botanical garden?

 

 

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  1. Denise Mendenhall
    April 13, 2015 at 06:52 am

    The photos and your thoughts make me wish I could just head there now! They are beautiful. Nature has a way of soothing, calming and making us appreciate the little things in life within us and around us.

    Next time I see you I’ll tell you about a beautiful butterfly garden in Texas. Just thinking about the place has my eyes welling up. It is truly beautiful.

    I’m looking forward to seeing more photos and memories of your travels!

    Have a lovely day!

    Denise Mendenhall

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 13, 2015 at 07:03 am

      Thank you so much, Denise, for stopping by and sharing your thoughts. I would love to hear about the butterfly garden. It sounds absolutely wonderful.

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  2. Katy Flint
    April 13, 2015 at 08:02 am

    Beautiful! I would say just in my backyard with my own garden! It’s nothing phenomenal, but its ours and at our home and I guess that is what makes it so special!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 13, 2015 at 08:03 am

      That makes it the perfect place. I love our backyard as well just because it is ours. Not many flowers or huge gardens but it is where I love to hang out. The deck is my special place so I can understand why you love your own garden as well!

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  3. Minnesota Prairie Roots
    April 13, 2015 at 08:14 am

    You know I would love this beautiful retreat. But it is beginning to look like spring in Minnesota.

    I doubt I have ever visited a botanical garden as lovely as this. So thank you for taking us here today.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 14, 2015 at 07:08 am

      I hope that when I get back to Iowa things are really looking like spring. It sounds as if things are looking a lot better than they did last week when I left which would be fabulous. I hope to make it back to these gardens today or tomorrow to see the difference a month makes!

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  4. Jackie Cangro
    April 13, 2015 at 10:14 am

    Spring has sprung! I can’t wait to head to the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. Soon the cherry blossoms will be in full bloom. 😉

    I love the Little Free Library. We have a few in my neighborhood. I think it’s a terrific idea.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 14, 2015 at 07:07 am

      I love that you have some Little Free Libraries! I am actually going to be staying in Brooklyn next month when we come for Micah’s graduation. I am not sure if we will have time to do the gardens but that would be fabulous if we did!

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  5. jenieats
    April 13, 2015 at 05:44 pm

    Thanks for the virtual stroll through the garden.

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  6. Hilary
    April 14, 2015 at 05:37 am

    wow.. thanks for the beautiful start to a day!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 14, 2015 at 07:05 am

      I hope to make a trip out there today or tomorrow and see what it looks like a month later. 🙂

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  7. Val - Corn, Beans, Pigs and Kids
    April 14, 2015 at 11:01 pm

    I love your new home and that I get to discover it along with you through your posts 🙂

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 16, 2015 at 10:42 am

      Thanks, Val. It has been so rainy this week I have not gotten to explore too much but next time I hope to get back on the exploring route!

      Reply
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