Photo of the Week: Chrysanthemums and More!

Ball of red chrysanthemums, hanging from celing

While many people love to see the vibrant colors of tulips, crocuses, and daffodils in the spring, I’m a fan of the rich, intense colors and shapes of fall chrysanthemums.

That’s why I loved seeing this month’s Chrysanthemums and More! exhibit at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Continue reading Photo of the Week: Chrysanthemums and More!

Photo of the Week: Japanese Garden at Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

Overlooking Lena Meijer Pond with fall color starting to show on trees in the background

Hard to believe it’s been over a year since I last visited Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, commonly called Meijer Gardens, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

In spring 2015, my family and I enjoyed a lovely Mother’s Day in the conservatory and Victorian garden. And I said I would be back in summer 2015 to see the newly-opened Japanese garden.

Well, it took me a bit longer to see the Japanese garden, but I finally made it there today.Continue reading Photo of the Week: Japanese Garden at Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

Photo of the Week: Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

Purple white orchid

For this year’s Mother’s Day, I spent a wonderful afternoon with my family exploring Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Meijer Gardens, as it’s often called, is a 158-acre botanical garden and sculpture park. It’s a favorite place to visit for those who love botanical gardens, sculptures, butterfly gardens, nature trails and children’s garden. Continue reading Photo of the Week: Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park