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Two young sisters, Mary and Dot, climb and balance on the branches of a backyard tree during childhood.

What looked like an unfinished Children's Garden at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden brought childhood adventures rushing back. From tree climbing and log forts to pinecone angels and miniature gardens, nature's simplest treasures spark imagination and wonder—for big kids, too!

October 18, 2026

Children's Gardens, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Gardening with Children, Longwood Gardens, New York Botanical Garden, Public Gardens, Terrariums

Mary E. Stone:
Landscape Designer, Writer, Speaker, Podcaster, and Owner of Stone Associates Landscape Design & Consulting

I am grateful for the joy of helping others beautify their surroundings which often leads to sharing encouragement and life experiences--the inspiration for my column and podcast.

It's more than about gardens... it’s about learning and growing as we share Dilemmas, Delights & Discoveries in the garden of life…

Thank you for dropping by, Mary

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