Daniel Boone Native Gardens, located in the heart of the mountain town of Boone, has had a busy year. Late April saw the 4th annual “Early Bird Plant Sale and Wildflower Walk”.   The gardens are undergoing a massive restoration. On July 16, “An Evening in the Gardens” invited visitors to stroll through the gardens for a $10 donation.  Enhanced fencing is a need and the hopefully we can improve a section of the fencing each year. The Daniel Boone Native Gardens are open 10 am – 6 pm from May 1 to October 31.

The Daniel Boone Native Gardens, located in downtown Boone, N.C., contain an outstanding collection of native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers. Many plant varieties provide a progression of blooms throughout the growing season.

Opened in 1961, the three-acre Daniel Boone Native Gardens is a cooperative effort between the garden clubs of Boone and the state garden club. The gardens are leased from the town and are adjacent to the outdoor drama, “Horn in the West.” The site is presently managed by a fifteen member board of governors appointed by the Garden Club of North Carolina and maintenance is funded mainly through donations.

The purpose of the Daniel Boone Native Gardens is twofold: conserve rare or endangered plant species native to North Carolina and  educate the public about these plants. Through the use of a cabin located on the grounds, volunteers are also able to interpret pioneer mountain lifestyle from early 1800’s.

Within this public garden are several interesting features including a bog, a fern garden, a rock garden, an old wishing well, a vine-covered arbor, and a reflecting pool in front of the historic Squire Boone Cabin. Wrought-iron gates at the entrance were made by Daniel Boone, VI, a descendant of Daniel Boone, who hunted in the area.

Daniel Boone Native Gardens provide everyone an opportunity of quiet interlude with nature.

You can visit the official website here.