A White Oak, Quercus alba tree in the Gaffield Children’s Garden of Matthaei Botanical Gardens.
The Gaffield Children’s Garden connects our youth to the environment to become stewards of tomorrow. It is a place of exploration and wonder for all ages, awakening the inner child in all of us.
Persimmon tree in the Gaffield Children’s Garden
Bur Oak in the Gaffield Children’s Garden
Bridge located on the trail behind the Children’s Garden
This ‘Cherokee Princess’ flowering dogwood is dedicated in memory of Laurie Akerros from her friends and family.
River birch in Gaffield Children’s Garden near the pond edge
Chinkapin Oak in the Gaffield Children’s Garden
An ‘Autumn Brillance’ serviceberry in memory of Ellie Terretta Cox, a nature lover, long time Matthaei supporter and volunteer. Given by her family.
Honey locust near the pool in the Gaffield Children’s Garden
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