From sprawling estate grounds to quiet, tucked-away sanctuaries, the region’s gardens offer visitors a vibrant display of color, design and serenity through the seasons – but especially in the spring and summer.

Whether you’re a passionate horticulturist, a weekend wanderer or simply seeking a peaceful afternoon escape, exploring these gardens is a reminder of how nature and human hands can work together.

Here’s a look at four of the Hudson Valley’s most stunning gardens — and why they’re worth a visit.

Hortus Arboretum Botanical Garden

Stone Ridge

Located in the countryside, Hortus Arboretum & Botanical Garden is a family-run garden whose mission is to sustain the native, unusual and historicplant life of our area and serve as a vital educational resource for the public. It focuses o

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