In May, gardens across the U.S. are at their peak bloom, so it probably comes as no surprise that National Public Gardens Day takes place on May 12, and the month is filled with special festivities.

One of the most-anticipated garden-related events will be the reopening of Longwood Gardens’ Main Fountain Garden, which underwent a two-year renovation. Another can’t-miss event is Ballet Arizona’s aptly named “Topia” series at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix. Plus, these are no mere gardens; they are also filled with significant art and history. Some green spaces, like South Carolina’s Brookgreen Gardens, which doubles as one of the world’s largest sculpture gardens as well as one of the biggest botanical gardens, have been recognized as National Historic Landmarks.

So, if you want to explore spectacular gardens this spring, commune with nature and admire beautiful floral displays in these sanctuaries across the country.

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