Welcome to Hershey Gardens

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Hershey Gardens opened in 1937 with Milton Hershey’s request to “create a nice garden of roses.” More than 85 years later, the small rose garden has blossomed into 23 acres of botanical beauty providing visitors with unique experiences and enriching opportunities.

Overlooking the town of Hershey, Hershey Gardens features a breathtaking assortment of flowers and shrubs, a stately collection of rare, signature trees, and various programs designed to delight visitors of all ages.

Indulge your senses in the color and variety of our brilliant seasonal displays and theme gardens, including the indoor, tropical Butterfly Atrium and the hands-on Children’s Garden.

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3,000 Roses In Bloom

The historical highlight of Hershey Gardens, this is where it all began in 1937. The brilliant assortment of 3,000 roses representing 115 varieties includes an interesting mix of heights, colors and flower forms of Hybrid Tea, floribunda, shrub, and miniature roses, and features the new AARS rose variety winners each year.

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Sep.
25

Bonsai Display by the Susquehanna Bonsai Club

Wednesday, September 25 through Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Experience the living art of bonsai with this popular annual exhibit, provided by the Susquehanna Bonsai Club;...
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Sep.
25

Bonsai Display by the Susquehanna Bonsai Club

Wednesday, September 25 through Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Experience the living art of bonsai with this popular annual exhibit, provided by the Susquehanna Bonsai Club;...
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Sep.
25

Bonsai Display by the Susquehanna Bonsai Club

Wednesday, September 25 through Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Experience the living art of bonsai with this popular annual exhibit, provided by the Susquehanna Bonsai Club;...
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Sep.
25

Bonsai Display by the Susquehanna Bonsai Club

Wednesday, September 25 through Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Experience the living art of bonsai with this popular annual exhibit, provided by the Susquehanna Bonsai Club;...
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Jul.
27

Guided Walk

Join Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with an expertise in plant ecology, for an hour-long adventure through the gardens as you learn about plants and trees. Bring your curiosity! Included...
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