Waddell Barnes Botanical Gardens

Waddell Barnes Botanical Gardens is an extensive garden at Middle Georgia State University in Macon, featuring multiple sections with diverse plant collections. The site includes areas devoted to medicinal plants, fruit trees, and native species, along with specialized educational displays throughout.

The gardens were designed in 1967 by landscape architect Clay Adamson as part of the Middle Georgia State University grounds. They were established from the beginning as a place to gather diverse plant species for study and public enjoyment.

The gardens display plantings in Asian, European, and Southern styles that reflect different regional gardening traditions. You can walk through these areas and observe how various cultures have shaped their own approaches to garden design.

The gardens are open daily with no admission fee required. It helps to wear comfortable shoes and plan enough time to explore the different sections at a relaxed pace.

A special highlight is the Touch and Feel section where visitors can directly explore different plant textures with their hands. Nearby, the Xeriscape section demonstrates practical methods for water conservation in gardening.

Website: http://mga.edu/botanical

GPS coordinates: 32.80716,-83.73223

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:22