Wilson Botanical Gardens — Attraction in Wilson

This place is a GEM! A little, peaceful slice of heaven and an incredible resource to the community. The red shirt people are new and will act like you’re in their way or their yard or what have you, but don’t pay them any mind. Don’t let them deter you from enjoying yourself or your lunch or book or whatever- this garden is FOR its community! There is so much to learn here and be inspired by: from the mini maze, to the hobbit tunnel, to the solar area. There are so many species of native plants! Love that the garden has its own bee box now, but patrons beware and don’t swat! Plenty of parking and public restrooms are inside the Ag Center during business hours even though it’s not really advertised. I wish they still did the...

Love the "secret children's garden" part. The water features weren't working, which disappointed the kids our most recent visit, but other than that, it's magical. Love the planting and children's activities and edible fruiting plants. My kids enjoy running from the "stream of destiny" to the gong. They love the "magic" tunnel too and the sunflower sprinklers. The raining roof is so fun when it's working. This garden is exactly the sort of place kids should have access to to help them experience the beauty and power of a good garden. It's so good for their imagination. We drive an hour to get there and happily do it a few times a season. It's my favorite...

I went to the botanical gardens about 3 weeks ago with my mother-in-law. I used GPS to get there. When we arrived I was a little confused as to where things were. I personally think the sign for it should be a little bit bigger. I think our visit to the gardens was in its off season, as a lot of things were being replanted and resurfaced. The parking lot had a heap of gravel for the walking path. Nonetheless, it was a nice little stroll and I could envision the place being even greater. when in full bloom..

It was definitely worth the visit and we have plans to go back, sometime in...