NJBG frequently hosts tours of the gardens and the Manor House. Most of the tours last approximately 45 minutes to an hour. In addition, NJBG offers the opportunity for schools and other groups to arrange a tour of either the Manor or garden or both.
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Haiku in the GardenLook for the poems placed around the gardens during April. All original works are by members of the Haiku Poets of the Garden State.Haiku in the GardenLook for the poems placed around the gardens during April. All original works are by members of the Haiku Poets of the Garden State.
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April 19, 2025Earth Day Weekend CelebrationEarth Day is April 22. There’s no better way to celebrate than with a visit to NJBG, where you’ll find the beauty of nature and a soothing respite from this busy world.April 19, 2025Earth Day Weekend CelebrationEarth Day is April 22. There’s no better way to celebrate than with a visit to NJBG, where you’ll find the beauty of nature and a soothing respite from this busy world.
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April 20, 2025Easter Woodland Hike
April 20 @ 1 PM
Enjoy a guided family friendly hike in the woodlands at NJBG.April 20, 2025Easter Woodland Hike
April 20 @ 1 PM
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NJBG 2025 Plant SaleMay 2 @ 4:30 - 7 pm - Members Only
May 3 and May 4 9:30 am - 4 pm - Open to all
Our annual plant sale is at the Carriage House.NJBG 2025 Plant SaleMay 2 @ 4:30 - 7 pm - Members Only
May 3 and May 4 9:30 am - 4 pm - Open to all
Our annual plant sale is at the Carriage House.
NJ Botanical Garden at Skylands
Spring, Summer, Fall or Winter. There’s always something to do and see.
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Featured Gardens of the NJBG
Volunteer Opportunities
Our volunteers are central to the New Jersey Botanical Garden.They volunteer their time, energy, and share their skills and talents with others in furtherance of our mission to stimulate a greater appreciation between gardens and people.
Additionally, our volunteers enjoy working with others with similar interests, forming new friendships, and learning new things in a beautiful environment.

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Courtyard Garden
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Satsuki Azalea
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Prairie Smoke
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Lichen
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Courtyard
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NJBG Solar System Walk
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Fuzzy Deutzia
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Frosted Hawthorne
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Oregon Grape
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Phlox
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Crabapple Allee
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Star Magnolia
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Pump House
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Perennial Sunflower
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Magnolia
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Summer Garden
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False Indigo
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White Trillium
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Woodland Crocus
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Blue Jay
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Crabapple Allee
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Milkweed
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Eastern Redbud
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Catawba Rosebay
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Primrose
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Swan Boy
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Primrose
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Peony
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Japanese Cherry
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White Fringe Tree
Chionanthus virginicus

Tours

Family Hikes & Walks
The New Jersey Botanical Gardens includes 96 acres of gardens surrounded by 1000 acres of woodlands. Join NJBG hike leaders on an easy, child-friendly hike in the Garden’s woodlands. Learn a bit about the plants, animals and geology around you.

Support
NJBG relies on public contributions to preserve and enhance the gardens as well as repair and renovate the historically designated Carriage House. Memorial trees and benches are one way to do this.

Membership
It’s easy to join NJBG or renew your membership — or a gift membership — online, by phone or by mail. Some of the benefits of your NJBG membership include discounts at participating nurseries, garden centers, and our Gift Shop as well as guest passes for our Manor Tours.

Aerial View: Gardens & Manor
Using a drone, one of our members shot footage of the New Jersey Botanical Gardens (including the Manor) at different times of the year. You can view for yourself the beauty of NJBG not only in the summer but also in the winter.

NJBG Interactive Map
A number of our volunteers have spent hours using GIS technology to map out the location of each plant in some of our gardens. With the use of your mobile phone, you will be able to view where you are on a map of a garden and identify the plants you are viewing.
Kid’s Stuff
The New Jersey State Botanical Garden has tons of fun for young people, too, with tours designed especially for children ages 8-12.

Scavenger Huntall ages!
Our fanciful list includes architecture, flora and fauna. We'll walk you past every item on the list, but YOU have to find it!Visiting NJBG

Hours & Admission
NJBG is open from 8:00AM to 8:00PM during Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) and 8:00AM to 6:00PM during Eastern Standard Time (EST). Admission to the Botanical Garden itself is always free. … [Read More...] about Hours & Admission

Parking & Accessibility
On summer Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, there is a State parking fee (cash only) of $5 for New Jersey-registered vehicles and $7 for non-New … [Read More...] about Parking & Accessibility

Directions
This is a caption Via I-287 (North or South) Follow I-287 North or South and exit at Exit 57.After exiting, turn left from I-287 North, or right from I-287 South, following signs for Skyline … [Read More...] about Directions