Calhoun County, AL – Fall is just around the corner, and the gardens at Longleaf Botanical Gardens (LBG) are preparing a spectacular seasonal showcase. Cooler September and early October temperatures signal the peak blooming season for dahlias, and this year’s display promises to be one of the most impressive yet.
In 2024, more than 2,000 dahlia blooms captured the attention of garden visitors. For 2025, that number is expected to grow to 3,000, creating an even more colorful and memorable experience. The dahlias can be enjoyed in the Sensory Garden, located on the hill behind The Events Center, where guests are invited to explore, relax in garden chairs, and capture the vibrant scenes with photographs and selfies.
Beyond the dahlias, the grounds of LBG feature a diverse array of unique shrubs, trees, and exotic plants. Visitors are encouraged to walk the gardens, enjoy the cooler weather, and take in the beauty of nature.
One highlight of the season will be the Third Thursday Garden Walk and Plant Sale on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Led by LBG garden liaison Hayes Jackson, the tour will begin in the Tropical Courtyard Garden with a special focus on ginger lilies. Following the walk, guests will have the opportunity to purchase ginger lily divisions and other plants at the LBG Greenhouses to add to their own fall gardens.
The Third Thursday program is open to the public for $5 per person and is free for Anniston Museum & Gardens (AM&G) members.
With cooler days arriving and thousands of dahlias ready to bloom, fall offers a perfect opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Longleaf Botanical Gardens.
👉 Event link: Third Thursday Garden Walk
Betty Clark is a contributing writer. She has been an organic gardener since 1998. The signature flower she grows is Dahlias. She has a straw bale garden, a raised bed garden, and an in-ground garden. Both her surnames are from agricultural farming families (8 generations). Her hobbies include ancestry research, antiques, continued education classes, and workshops. She also has a background in marketing & promotions, including expos. To contact Betty Clark with gardening questions: bettyclark2151959@gmail.com
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