State Botanical Garden of Georgia

Overview

The State Botanical Garden of Georgia is a 313-acre botanical garden operated by the University of Georgia. The university established the garden in 1968 to study and appreciate plants and nature. This garden is a “living laboratory” for teaching, research, public service, and outreach missions for the university and Georgia residents. The garden features a conservatory, roughly five miles of nature trails, and a diverse range of natural features, including plant communities and habitats common in the Georgia Piedmont. In 1984, it was officially recognized as Georgia’s State Botanical Garden.

Quick Facts

Status
Existing
Address
2450 S. Milledge Avenue Athens, Georgia 30605
Postal code
30605

Visitor Information

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