Nehrling Gardens

Nehrling Gardens is a must see tourist destination; a historical, horticultural, & environmental resource filled with original native architecture, and beautiful landscapes. It's also the remaining 6 acres of pioneering horticulturist Dr. Henry Nehrling’s Gotha home and gardens, & one of the first USDA experimental stations in Florida! Nehrling Gardens serves as a natural oasis where all can learn from the valuable historic genome of the remaining plants and experience the peace and beauty of nature at this National Register estate and Florida Heritage Landmark. It was visited by many prominent people, including Theodore Roosevelt, Thomas Edison, and renowned horticulturists David Fairchild and Liberty Hyde Baily.

Nehrling Gardens is open to visitors Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10-2pm. We also have OPEN GARDEN DAYS are the 1st and 2nd Saturdays of each month from 9-3pm. All are welcome to drop by to tour or volunteer on projects during open hours, we request a $5 donation per person to help continue our mission at Nehrling Gardens. Nehrling Gardens also offers Private Tours, Community Activities, Youth programs, workshops, and Educators can hold classes right here at Nehrling Gardens!