As spring erupts into bloom why not plan a day trip to visit one of these three gardens known for their azalea collections.  Each offers a magnificent display in a unique setting.  You should find azaleas in bloom for most of the month of April, peaking around the midd...

While Zen gardens in Japan are typically very open, I find them to be a great solution to those difficult to plant, heavily shaded areas of the landscape.  In fact, many of the plants utilized in karesansui gardens, such as azaleas, mondo, and ferns require shade in Ok...

If you are looking for a garden stroll, college campuses are often a great place to find inspiration.  You may be surprised by what you see at the University of Central Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, where the horticultural team has built a delightful collection of gardens...

For the best display of spring blooms plan an April trip to Lendonwood Gardens in Grove, Oklahoma.  Lendonwood houses one of the largest collections of azaleas and rhododendrons in the region with over 250 species.  The garden is designed with a rich Asian influence an...