Brookside Gardens
1800 Glenallan Ave.
Wheaton MD, 20902.
301-962-1400
Hours:
Gardens: sunrise- sunset
Visitors Center: 9a.m.- 5p.m.
Conservatories: 10a.m.- 5p.m.
Brookside Gardens is Montgomery County's incomparable, award-winning 50-acre public display garden situated within Wheaton Regional Park. Included in the gardens are several distinct areas; azalea garden, rose garden, children's garden, formal garden, fragrance garden, Japanese style garden and trial garden. The garden also features two conservatories for year-round enjoyment. A horticultural reference library is located in the airy Visitors Center. Admission is free.
Brookside Gardens' mission, as a public garden, is to foster appreciation for the art of gardening and the science of horticulture through plant collections and displays, learning opportunities and special events.
Alert
PARDON OUR DIGGING: BROOKSIDE GARDENS NEW IRRIGATION SYSTEM IS UNDERWAY!
Construction has begun on a comprehensive $1.3 million-dollar permanent in-ground irrigation system for the entire grounds. Crews began marking out the route of main lines and installing protective silt fencing last week.
The system features a new 8” water main and a variety of pop-up and overhead irrigation heads to ensure complete coverage of the public areas of the gardens. Benefits of this substantial project include improved plant health and longevity, labor-savings for gardeners, and increased water pressure to plant production areas behind the scenes.
Installation has been scheduled in phases to minimize disruption, but expect some inconvenience and garden disturbance. The project is expected to be completed by early February, 2009.
Thank you for your patience!
Brookside Gardens Visitors CenterWeddings, private receptions and corporate retreats are welcome.
Call 301-962-1404 for details.
Brookside Gardens Envisions
- Regionally unique plant collections and garden displays of uncommon beauty and horticultural excellence.
- High quality visitor services that are responsive and sensitive to visitor needs.
- Horticultural resources that are available on a local and national level.
- Public programs that enrich, educate and excite a wide audience.
- Buildings and gardens that are attractive, safe and accessible.
- A highly skilled and knowledgeable staff whose talents advance the Gardens' mission.
- Strong community partnerships with the public and private sectors.
- Sound and innovative horticultural practices and exemplary resources stewardship.
- Modern plant production and maintenance facilities that support Garden operations and programs.
- Responsible management of human resources, assets and operations supported by diverse revenue sources.
Registration Online
Brookside Gardens & Nature Centers
Sign-up for activities, classes and events at Brookside Gardens & Nature Centers 24 hours, 7 days a week through ParkPASS System.
Date of last update: August 29, 2008
