🌿 Houston’s Secret Garden ｜ A Monet-Inspired Palette 🎨

Discover the enchanting Mercer Botanic Garden and Arboretum this spring! 🌸 This European-style garden is bursting with blooms, dotted with classic statues, and offers picture-perfect views at every turn — each snapshot looks like a painted masterpiece. 🖼️ Every plant is lovingly labeled, making it a perfect educational spot for kids! 🦋 Butterflies dance among the flowers, creating a scene full of life and serenity. But wait — there’s more! Just across the way lies a hidden wetland preserve (search Mercer Arboretum on Google Maps 🗺️). Cross under the bridge and follow the trail — I recommend using the park map to plan your route. Don’t miss: The Oxbow 🍃 Bald Cypress Swamp 🌲 Though small, these areas offer a pristine, wild beauty. You might even spot orchids blooming near the Hickory Bog boardwalk! If time allows, Storey Lake is also worth exploring — though I’ll have to save that for next time! A quick note: the wetlands require a bit of hiking 🥾, and the scenery may be more subtle than dramatic. But if you love raw, untouched nature like I do, this rare combo is a true gem — where else near Houston can you wander through a curated garden and explore quiet wetlands all in one day? 📍 Address: Mercer Botanic Garden and Arboretum ⏰ Hours: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM 🎫 Admission: Free! #HoustonParks #WeekendInHouston #HoustonPhotography #WetlandWonders #BotanicGarden