Whether you are a horticulturalist or simply a flower lover, you will find that the Elizabethan Gardens in Manteo, NC will delight all of your senses. This beautiful garden is a memorial to the first colonists that came to North American in the late 1500's and feature both old and new varieties of plants as a memorial to these people who came to create a new life for themselves and their families. In this place, Sir Walter Raleigh made his first initial efforts to colonize under Queen Elizabeth I, which makes this the true birthplace of the United States of America.
The Elizabethan Gardens were formally opened on the date of Virginia Dare's birthday (the first white person born what later became the United States) on August 18, 1960 and have continued to grow and bloom for all the years since then. These gardens include many different features, including a thatched roofed 16th-century style gazebo that overlooks the Roanoke Sound. This beautiful gazebo offers one of the best views of the sound, as well as a perfect place to take pictures.
Another feature of these gardens is a marble statue of Virginia Dare that was carved by Italian, Maria Louisa Lander. This statue stands as a way to memorialize these families that began the new colonies in North America. The world's largest bronze statue of His Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth I is also found in these gardens. These sculptures and other highlights enhance the beauty of the beautiful flowers and plants that are found in these gardens.
The Elizabethan Gardens include more than five hundred different plant species. Hydrangeas, camellias, herbs, and other native plant species make up the garden collections and it takes four full-time gardeners, as well as seasonal gardeners, part-time gardeners, and volunteers to take care of these beautiful plants and flowers. The great thing is that depending upon the season in which you visit, you will get to see different varieties of flowers. This means that the landscape is ever changing, depending upon the season in which you visit.
Adults can visit the Elizabethan Gardens for $8, children 6 to 17 are $5, and children under 6 are free. The gardens are open all year around, which means that no matter when you are in the Outer Banks area, you will be able to enjoy this beautiful place. This is a small price to pay to be able to enjoy this natural scenery that is both relaxing and visually stunning. From the many different statues and fountains to the wide variety of flowers that change with the seasons, the Elizabethan Gardens can make a great excursion for you and for your entire family.
The Elizabethan Gardens offers a great place to spend a time in quality time with your family. Just strolling through the grounds of this beautiful garden will delight your senses, both visually and internally. With the low price, you are sure to be able to come several times during the year to allow you to experience each season's beautiful offerings.
