Ohio is a gorgeous state that never ceases to take our breath away. From the waterfalls of our national park to the caves of Hocking Hills to the rolling landscape of Amish country, there’s no state more beautiful than the Buckeye State. Hidden gems abound for nature lovers, too, as with today’s feature destination. In the small town of Elmore, there is a little-known arboretum and garden that’s a wonderful treasure for Ohio explorers.
Schedel Arboretum feels a bit like stumbling into a secret garden; it’s a beautiful, wonderful treasure that’s truly one of the most splendid hidden gems in Ohio.
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As both an arboretum and garden, Schedel marries these two enchanting landscapes into one extraordinary, natural experience.
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In addition to many unusual and exotic species of trees and thousands of annual plants and flowers, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens maintains several themed garden displays with unique and whimsical presentations of plants and flowers designed to enhance the entire experience.
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This variety of landscapes and biomes makes for a wonderful experience any time of year. During spring and summer, the blooms paint the garden in a kaleidoscope of color, autumn brings lovely fall foliage, and a winter snow turns Schedel Gardens into a veritable wonderland.
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There’s a global quality to this Ohio garden that’s wholly delightful, too. As you walk the grounds, you might feel as though you’re wandering through a serene Japanese garden…
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…or even exploring a gorgeous manor in the English countryside.
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It’s not just plants that call this glorious garden home, either. Schedel Arboretum is home to a thriving swan population that never fails to enchant visitors!
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(And these guys swimming around lily pads in the pond only add to the overall charm.)
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Schedel Arboretum & Gardens is the kind of place where, just when you think you’ve discovered it all, you’ll find something new to enchant and inspire you.
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Have you explored this little-known garden in Ohio before? Schedel Arboretum & Gardens is the Buckeye State’s very own secret garden!
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Kind of like the Buckeye State, you know?
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Address: Schedel Gardens, 19255 W Portage River South Rd, Elmore, OH 43416, USA
