A short stroll into this lovely space brings you in to sit in our special swing which is a Hurricane Helene survivor. She was slightly damaged and fixed by a visiting volunteer and came right back where she belongs. Enjoy the view of Chimney Rock from the swing. Thornless fragrant roses climb up the trellis…

As you arrive through our visitor drop off, small gardens and sweet pine “Niagara Falls” shrubs meet and invite you into the Flowering Bridge gardens. Our special stained glass window, made for us by local artist Dee Montgomery, is a focal point as you enter. Visit our Education Center when it is open and enjoy our gardens…

Butterflies are main visitors to our gardens and critical pollinators. Our special butterfly made of hens and chicks and sedum greets you as you walk into the gardens. Butterfly-loving plants create a special place for them to gather. Stop to enjoy watching them. As you continue on the path you will go under the Lake Lure Flowering…

A short walk takes you into this pollinator paradise. Stroll through our moon gate and enjoy the plants on each side of the pathway. A visit to our butterfly bench is a must and it’s the perfect photo spot. Sponsored by Tryon Tramps Things to Discover

Our lives were all twisted up after Hurricane Helene tore through our community. Harry Lauder’s Walking Stick in the center has quirky twisted branches showcasing how we all felt for many months. Plants in this garden were chosen as some float in the breezes from the Hickory Nut Gorge and others for their twisted pattern….

A new waterfall invites you to come into our patio and sit awhile. A new glider bench, donated by the Tripp Langham family in memory of Tripp’s wife, Tracy and two chairs invite visitors to enjoy a quiet moment.  A waterfall fountain will cascade through the garden. The space is closed in from traffic in…