The State Botanical Garden of Georgia, ATHENS

The State Botanical Garden of Georgia at the University of Georgia has up to 21,000 visitors a month and has something for everyone, with 5 miles of trails to explore and several gardens to wander about. Find stinging nettles in the herb and physic garden or dogwoods and other Georgia flora in the shade and native flora garden. During the year, the garden branches out beyond just plants, opening for fun events such as informative talks and classes, concerts, and plant sales amid the colorful displays.