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There are four botanical gardens or arboretums in the region - three are in the Hudson Valley and the fourth is located in the heart of the Catskills. The region's rain-soaked, mineral-rich soil is perfect for the cultivation of all kinds of flowers, plants, and trees, many from all over the world.
Stonecrop Gardens
Stonecrop Gardens is located in the Hudson Valley on the east side of the river, south of Newburg. The site is quite compact, but manages to include varied terrain and flora, including woodlands, a rock garden, formal garden and a conservatory.
Vassar College
The forested grounds of Vassar College, near Poughkeepsie host hundreds of types of trees, many with historical significance. Of particular note and certainly in line with the liberal arts focus of Vassar, is the Shakespeare Garden. If it's a tree that Shakespeare wrote about – its probably here..
Innisfree Garden
Lovers of gardens of the Far East will find the Innisfree Garden, to be quite unique. Northeast of Poughkeepsie, at Millbrook, it's a traditional Chinese garden. That would mean interaction between ston and water, and, of course, lots of lotus flowers.
Mountain Top Arboretum
Deep in the Catskill Preserve, at Tannersville is the Mountain Top Arboretum, with many trees imported from around the world. The Catskills may not be the Himalayas, but the Mountain Top Arboretum does have the Himalayan pine. Visit in October for the display of fall colors, in the winter for the white snow on the evergreen trees or just for an enjoyable learning experience any time.
Botanical Gardens in Woodstock, Cooperstown, New Paltz, Catskills and Hudson Valley
Botanical-Gardens
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