Just 30 minutes from downtown Cleveland, the Holden Arboretum is a living museum of exquisite collections of plants and trees on 3,500 acres with miles of trails, gardens. and woodlands. Plan Your Visit
In the heart of University Circle, Cleveland Botanical Garden is an urban oasis with mesmerizing gardens and curated glasshouses, offering a refreshing escape from the bustle of city life. Plan Your Visit
hello, spring!
Looking for family‑friendly things to do in Northeast Ohio this spring? Skip the screens and dive into blooming gardens, forest adventures, and hands‑on nature fun at Holden Forests & Gardens.
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May 1, 2026
It’s Poppin’: May 1
It’s May, and it’s definitely Poppin’! The exceptionally warm March we experienced this year has resulted in earlier bloom times than usual for many plants in our collections, including rhododendrons…. more
April 23, 2026
It’s Poppin’: April 23
It’s Poppin’ out there! The warm weather we have been having the past couple of weeks (minus the two nights where we hovered around freezing) have caused the gardens to… more
April 20, 2026
Ways to Love a Forest: Stories of Woodland Stewardship in Northeast Ohio
A logger had been coming by Joe and Christel Diliberto’s Portage County home for years, offering his services. So when they wanted a few trees removed — and he said… more
