A Former Trash Lot Is Now One Of Wisconsin’s Most Beautiful Gardens
By Ben Jones|Published August 15, 2021
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Ben Jones is at heart an adventurer who delights in inspiring others. A former reporter and photojournalist, he explored towns large and small as a Wisconsin correspondent for USA Today. He later became a lead photographer and senior copywriter for an award-winning destination marketing agency, before founding Boldland Creative, a company that produces photography, video, and other content for travel destinations. Jones has completed photography and content projects in more than 15 states and when he’s not looking through a camera or at his Macbook you’ll find him exploring the world’s lakes and forests.
Sometimes, incredible beauty can bloom in an unlikely place. The Janesville Rotary Botanical Gardens is one of those places. It’s an amazing spot, filled with gorgeous flowers and picturesque garden features. But once, it was a site that was anything but beautiful. Read on to learn about the history of the Janesville Rotary Botanical Gardens and why you need to plan a visit.
The gardens are open daily during the growing season. There’s an admission fee required, but free parking is available. You’re welcome to bring a picnic into the park. Interested in exploring more beautiful gardens? Here are eight of the most beautiful you’ll find in Wisconsin.
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