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Dallas Arboretum in Winter

January 24, 2014 By Talya Tate Boerner 12 Comments

Hey! Just because we are smack dab in winter doesn’t mean you can’t visit your local arboretum. Dallas Arboretum is a wonderful place to visit any time of year, but in winter you can connect to nature, dream of spring, breathe in a little fresh air without the crowds typical of spring and summer.

Dallas Arboretum in Winter

Whale Tongue Agave

Not to mention, the Dallas Arboretum is one of the most scenic places in Dallas. While throngs of people drive in from all over the Metroplex (and state) to attend Dallas Blooms and Holiday at the Arboretum, my favorite time to attend is off-season. I prefer to visit when the garden is quiet, when the lake vistas are clear through bare branches.

Last weekend we took advantage of the amazing weather and spent the afternoon at the Dallas Arboretum. Trust me, even though the tulips aren’t yet up, there’s plenty to see.

The trees are architectural.

We spotted a Red-Tailed Hawk. (I only know the name because I heard someone else say…)

Dallas Arboretum in Winter

When you visit the Dallas Arboretum in winter, you can feel nature at rest, still very much alive but regenerating, waiting for her next big spring show only weeks away. Of course even in winter there are thousands of pansies blooming and beds mounded with giant lacy cabbages in every shade of purple from pale thistle to royal Tyrian.

Are you a fan of winter gardens?

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Something to note:

  • Admission is reduced to $5.00 per person through January 31. Parking can be purchased on-line for $5.00 too.
  •  The Dallas Arboretum has a fantastic gift shop. All Christmas goodies are 75% off!!! 
  • You might want to consider joining the Dallas Arboretum. Membership has its advantages including discounts at area nurseries including my favorites: Redenta’s Garden, Walton’s Garden Center and Ruibal’s Plants of Texas.
Dallas Skyline

Dallas Skyline

Filed Under: East Dallas Tagged With: Dallas Arboretum, Six Blocks from my House, Things to do in Dallas, Winter

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Comments

  1. Barbara Tate says

    January 24, 2014 at 8:47 am

    Beautiful…………

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  2. Aida says

    January 24, 2014 at 9:46 am

    Can you believe, I have never been to the arboretum? It’s always on my list of must-visit….but somehow the mall always ends up winning 😉 But seriously, I shall go this year!

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 24, 2014 at 1:05 pm

      Yes you must!

      Reply
  3. Colene says

    January 24, 2014 at 12:29 pm

    Dallas tourism should hire you to showcase the city! Nice post and beautiful pictures!

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 24, 2014 at 1:06 pm

      haha thanks Colene!

      Reply
  4. Sandra says

    January 24, 2014 at 2:29 pm

    I love the Dallas Arboretum! I actually got married at the Lower Meadow and it was beautiful. Hopping over from my blog to say hi and following you on facebook and google+!

    Sandra
    http://www.notesfromtheslife.com

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    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 24, 2014 at 5:04 pm

      I bet it was beautiful! Thanks for visiting. Returning the favor now:)

      Reply
  5. Joyce says

    January 24, 2014 at 9:48 pm

    That looks like a beautiful place.

    http://joycelansky.blogspot.com

    Reply
  6. Bobbie says

    January 24, 2014 at 11:57 pm

    I love the Dallas Arboretum. I don’t get to go as much as I would like since I’m in Houston but I do try to make it there at least twice a year.

    Reply
  7. Pary Moppins says

    January 29, 2014 at 8:52 am

    We love the arboretum! Our brother & sister-in-law were married in the Women’s Garden. What a fantastic idea to highlight the beauty of your community.

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  8. Tamara says

    January 30, 2014 at 10:21 pm

    This is so fun! I’ll have to check out more of your “Six Blocks from my House” posts. I’m in East Dallas too, and I’m always looking for more fun things to do and places to visit in our part of the city.

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 31, 2014 at 4:44 am

      Thanks Tamara! I only started this in January, but I plan to do two 6 Blocks posts a month. So much to see in East Dallas!

      Reply

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