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A quiet stroll through a gentle botanical garden is a great way to refresh the weary traveler's soul, and Boston has the perfect place to do it. The Arnold Arboretum, the oldest arboretum in the United States, is part of Boston's “Emerald Necklace” system of linked parks. Managed by Harvard University, the 265-acre park has on display a world-class collection of shrubs and trees from around the world, including maples, crabapples, lilacs, rhododendrons, and conifers. The garden is a relaxing and safe place for the entire family to visit, and classes are available on topics such as bonsai growing, perennials, and even weeds.
Although most people think of sea and sand when they think of Martha's Vineyard, the island is also home to the Polly Hill Arboretum. Polly Hill, a well-known horticulturist among other things, created and worked on the arboretum as a project from the 1960s until her recent death. It's located on her old sheep-farm located in West Tisbury, and it features azaleas, tree peonies, dogwoods, hollies, lilacs, magnolias, and more. There are serene walking trails for strolling and admiring the expansive collection of flora on display.
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