Flora-Tourism in Georgia
When I first left Georgia, it was the Magnolias I missed. I have loved exploring the state’s natural beauty since I returned seven years ago. This year, I made a list. My favorites I visit every year along with a few hidden gems that are on my must see for 2025. So if you are flower obsessed like me, enjoy your visit and let me know which spot is your favorite!
Spring
wolf creek trout lily preserve in cairo, Georgia
Feature Flower: Trout Lily
Best Time to Visit: February
Entry Fee: None
Massee Lane Gardens in Fort Valley, Georgia
Feature Flower: Camillias
Best Time to Visit: February-March
Entry Fee: $5
Lockerly Arboretum in milledgville, Georgia
Feature Flower: Camillias & Azelias
Best Time to Visit: April
Entry Fee: None
HAMILTON RHODODENDRON GARDENS in hiawassee, Georgia
Feature Flower: Rhododendrons
Best Time to Visit: April & May
Entry Fee: None
Summer
Penny McHenry Hydrangea Garden Tour in douglas, Georgia
Feature Flower: Hydrangea
Best Time to Visit: Garden tour takes place once a year, typically in early June.
Entry Fee: $25
red oak lavendar in Dahlonega, Georgia
Feature Flower: Lavendar
Best Time to Visit: June
Entry Fee: $15
Southern Belle Farm in McDonough, Georgia
Feature Flowers: Zinneas & Sunflowers
Best Time to Visit: July-September
Entry Fee: U-pick Flowers (Souvenir Cup): $16.95 & U-pick Sunflower Bucket: $29.95
Autumn
gibbs gardens in ball ground, Georgia
Feature Flower: Wildflowers & Azelias
Best Time to Visit: September-October
Entry Fee: $25
Southern Belle Farm in McDonough, Georgia
Feature Flowers: Zinneas & Sunflowers
Best Time to Visit: July-September
Entry Fee: U-pick Flowers (Souvenir Cup): $16.95 & U-pick Sunflower Bucket: $29.95
Winter
Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens in savanna, georgia
Feature Flowers: Camillas, Orchids, Bamboo, and More
Best Time to Visit: October-March
Entry Fee: $5
Atlanta botanical gardens in atlanta, Georgia
Feature Flowers: Orchids & Many More
Best Time to Visit: Year Round, I specifically love the Garden Lights, Holiday Nights event in December
Entry Fee: $26.95
Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia
Feature Flowers: Azaleas & Many More
Best Time to Visit: Year Round, they also have a Fantasy in Lights experience in December that my family loves
Entry Fee: $29.99