Garden in the Woods is the Wild Flower Society’s botanic garden, showcasing an unrivaled collection of both rare and common native plants in a dramatic woodland setting. Your journey through the heart of the 45-acre property takes you from glacier-carved ridges into steep-sided valleys with a pond, a bog, and a meandering stream—a stunning canvas for a series of naturalistic gardens that display the colors and textures of native plants as the seasons unfold. 

In the newly expanded Curtis Woodland Garden, sweeps of color highlight the dramatic landforms of the forest floor in early spring, as our nationally recognized collection of trilliums, as well as hepaticas, trout lilies, and other spring ephemerals bloom. A new meadow garden features plants that colonize the region's old farm fields, including gray goldenrod and New England aster, which make for an especially glorious late-summer display. You’ll also enjoy gardens focused on New England's typical habitats, a place for family activities, and our Garden Shop. 

During the growing season, the shop offers the largest selection of native plants in New England, plus garden books, tools, and eco-friendly gifts for kids and adults. You can also place advance orders for box lunches to enjoy during your visit to the Garden.