Discover your garden, Fernwood.

Fernwood’s mission is to enrich people's lives by awakening and deepening their appreciation of nature.

Public gardens like Fernwood are more important than ever in providing a safe haven of tranquility and natural beauty. We invite you to explore and enjoy Fernwood's vast 105 acres of gardens and natural areas.

Fernwood is your garden--naturally.

  • Visit

    Fernwood’s 105 acres are open for all to enjoy and experience - all year long.

    Daytime garden hours are Tuesday - Sunday 10 am - 5 pm. The cafe is temporarily closed.

  • Now Blooming

    Each day brings something different to the garden. Our members, visitors, volunteers, and staff are enjoying the spring colors throughout the property. Take a look soon!

  • Learn

    Environmental education is a top priority as we are a living museum - there is much to discover about plants and animals!

  • Join

    Membership has its privileges! By annually supporting your favorite public garden - Fernwood - you allow us to continue our work providing a space for learning, discovery, and peace in nature.

  • Summer Day Camps

    Registration is now open! This summer, we offer three camps for ages 6- 8 and 9 - 12. They are called Forest Transformed, Habitat Heroes, and Art & Mindfulness in Nature.

    And! We’ve added two days of Art & Mindfulness in Nature for ADULTS.

Upcoming Programs

Exciting events are coming up at Fernwood! These programs aim to educate and inspire garden lovers of all ages. Below are just a few of our upcoming programs:


Dovecote in Spring

Our Organization

A favorite of all who love nature—flora and fauna, Fernwood Botanical Garden is situated on the St. Joseph River in Niles, Michigan, near Buchanan in picturesque Berrien County. Fernwood is only minutes from South Bend, Indiana, and Southwestern Michigan’s famous wine country and shore communities. Fernwood comprises 105 acres and protects at least 10 ecosystems and is a birder’s paradise. Visitors may enjoy natural areas with miles of walking and hiking trails, a reconstructed prairie, an arboretum, and cultivated public gardens that include an herb garden, Japanese garden, perennial border, rain garden, railway garden, nature adventure garden, hardy fern collection, and other special collections and gardens.

 

Visit Us

13988 Range Line Road
Niles Michigan 49120

Hours
Tuesday - Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Cafe Hours
The cafe is temporarily closed.

Phone
269.695.6491

Email
info@fernwoodbotanical.org

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