Salem Area Gardens - Sample Tour
Bush’s Pasture Park
600 Mission St. SE, Salem
(503) 588-6261
http://www.cityofsalem.net
Recommended Time Allotment: 45 minutes
A 90-acre urban park featuring nature trails, open green spaces, beautiful gardens and the only Soap Box Derby “Supertrack” west of Omaha, Nebraska. Home to Bush House Museum and Historic Deepwood Estate.
Historic Deepwood Gardens
1116 Mission St. SE, Salem
(503) 363-1825
http://www.historicdeepwoodestate.org or http://www.cityofsalem.net
Recommended Time Allotment: 45 minutes
The English style gardens of Historic Deepwood Estate were created by Lord and Schryver in 1929. Refer to the Historic Deepwood Estate listing in the Historical Attractions section.
Willson Park/Capitol Park Mall
900 Court St., Salem
(503) 986-1388
http://www.leg.state.or.us
Recommended Time Allotment: 45 minutes
Within the boundaries of the Capitol grounds exist hundreds of varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers providing a dazzling display for all seasons. Brochures available in the Capitol.
Lunch.
Contact the Salem Convention & Visitors Association for recommendations or review the dining section of the attached Salem Area Visitors Guide.
(503) 581-4325 or (800) 874-7012
Salem offers dining for all likes and price ranges. From Chinese cuisine to Italian elegance, Salem has it and more.
The Oregon Garden
879 W Main St., Silverton
(503) 874-8100 or (877) 674-2733
http://www.oregongarden.org
Recommended Time Allotment: 2-3 hours
An 80-acre botanical display garden with 21 specialty gardens. A tram is available for a fee April-October. Gift shop and Café at entrance. Open year round.
Adelman Peony Gardens
5690 Brooklake Rd. NE, Brooks
(503) 393-6185
http://www.peonyparadise.com
Recommended Time Allotment: 1 ½ hours
Peonies-hundreds of varieties of breathtaking peonies. Stroll grassy walks to see heirlooms to the newest selections of beautiful blooms.
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Cooley’s Iris Gardens, Inc.
11553 Silverton Rd. NE, Silverton
(503) 873-5463
http://www.cooleysgardens.com
Recommended Time Allotment: 1 ½ hours
World famous for iris since 1928. Family owned and operated by fifth generation Oregonians. Fields of iris covering 200 acres and a spectacular display garden.
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Schreiner’s Iris Gardens
3625 Quinaby Rd. NE, Keizer
(503) 393-3232 or (800) 525-2367
http://www.schreinersgardens.com
Recommended Time Allotment: 1 ½ hours
Enjoy our indoor cut-flower display and be sure to stop by the Garden Gift Shop or take a bit of color home by purchasing fresh cut flowers. Free admission.
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Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm
33814 S. Meridian Rd., Woodburn
(503) 634-2243 or (800) 711-2006
http://www.woodenshoe.com
Recommended Time Allotment: 1 ½ hours
Over 60 acres are awash in brilliant colors when the tulips and daffodils are in bloom. Visitors can wander the fields, purchase freshly cut flowers and order bulbs. The gift shop offers cut flowers and gift ideas for gardeners. The Annual Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival takes place mid-March through mid-April.
*This tour is also available an easy to print, downloadable PDF.
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