4 Most Beautiful Tennessee Gardens to See This Fall

As the weather starts to turn colder and the leaves change colors, it’s a perfect time to visit some of the most beautiful gardens around Tennessee. These gardens offer you a unique look at some of the state’s foliage and flora, and give you special access to plants you may not see anywhere else.

1. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens

Cheekwood Botanical Gardens offers a number of individual garden areas, including Howe Garden, Roberson Ellis Color Garden, Sigourney Cheek Literary Garden, and the Japanese Garden, Shomu-en. Each garden in the collection offers a different look at the plants, and features a variety of species. Cheekwood Botanical Gardens is part of the Cheekwood property. Admission here is $16 for adults, $14 for seniors, $12 for college students, $9 for children age 3-17, and free for those age 2 and younger. There is also a 50 percent discount for those with a current military ID. The park is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2. Tennessee River Gardens

Tennessee River Gardens is located in Chattanooga. Here you can enjoy the beauty of nature around the river. This is a wildlife and nature preserve, giving you a beautiful view of everything Tennessee has to offer. Tennessee River Gardens features a butterfly pavilion, a duck habitat, and a wildflower trail, as well as the beautiful trees and foliage of the area. Tennessee River Gardens offers a membership, as well as tours for school classes and individuals. You will need to call ahead to get pricing for your group, as well as request a time.

3. Blount Mansion

Blount Mansion in Knoxville features amazing gardens, and you can take a tour of the mansion while you’re there, as well. Admission for the tours is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $5 for children ages 6-17, while children 5 and under are free. The visitor’s center is open Tuesday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is closed during major holidays and University of Tennessee home games. The historic gardens offer a look at Colonial revival style.

4. Dixon Gallery and Gardens

In Memphis, check out Dixon Gallery and Gardens, which features 17 acres of gorgeous landscaped gardens. The English landscaping includes two acres of woodland gardens, a greenhouse, statuary, and a cutting garden. The Dixon Gallery and Gardens is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for seniors, $5 for college students, $3 for children age 7-17, and free for children ages 6 and under. There are also special group rates with advanced notice.

When you’re looking for some of the best gardens in Tennessee, keep in mind that nearly every city in the state offers something unique and beautiful. Those listed here are some of the most popular and interesting gardens you’ll find, but they are by no means the only options throughout the state.

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