SPRING GARDENING IS COMING TO NEW JERSEY!!

Springtime in New Jersey brings forth a delightful array of experiences as flowers, like daffodils and tulips, rise up out of their winter slumber and trees begin waking up and shooting forth their new leaves and blossoms for all to enjoy. For garden enthusiasts everywhere, spring is a time of new beginnings and new possibilities as seeds are planted and new combinations are imagined.  Whether one is a vegetable gardener, a flower enthusiast, or a combination of both, Spring is the time to get outdoors and garden.

Many areas for gardening inspiration are in close proximity to The Debary Inn in Summit, NJ, and can be quickly accessed by foot, car, or train.

Reeves Reed Arboretum, located at 165 Hobart Ave, is only a short 2 blocks walk from the Debary Inn and offers a plethora of delightful spring time cultivars and plant and tree species on 13.5 acres to take wonder at. In spring, the gardens come alive with delicate cherry blossomed trees, vibrant azaleas, and a hillside full of thousands of daffodils.

Branch Brook Park in Newark hosts the largest collection of cherry blossom trees in the United States. During spring, the park bursts into a vibrant display of pink and white blossoms. The annual Cherry Blossom Festival features cultural performances, food vendors, and guided tours.

Greenwood Gardens, located in nearby Short Hills at 274 Old Short Hills RD, is a 28-acre formal Italianate garden. A former private estate surrounded by 2,110 acres of preserved parkland, the garden features Italiante water gardens, rustic stone summerhouses, and winding paths.

All these inspirational garden locations are nearby and accessible from The Debary Inn.  Check them out for yourself and let us know what you think.