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This on-site, hands-on workshop will teach

Make an unusual Santa Claus out of honey locust

Historic house and garden tours
Learn about history and what is in flower in the gardens.

Tea Talks with educational element focused around a type of plant, with a hands-on activity and refreshments.

 
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Aullwood Garden MetroPark
955 Aullwood Road
Englewood, Ohio 45414
(937) 275-PARK
 
   

Seasonal Update

Hillsides become green and serene with plumage of ferns and ground covers as summer opens in this quiet wooded garden. So many flowers, so many names, all attracting butterflies to flirt among the daylilies, hosta, buddleias, asters, mums and colchicums. Take inspiration for your home garden from the array of plants you see during your visit. Stand beneath the golden rain tree flowers and be transported to a simpler time.

What's in Bloom Now: The magic lilies (also known as resurrection lilies or Lycoris squamigera) are spectacular!

 
    • This nationally recognized, historic estate garden is rich in plant diversity, habitats and tranquility. Many bird and butterfly species are observed here. The garden acquired its present configuration in the two decades following John and Marie’s marriage in 1923. From the beginning, Wiles Creek served as a landscape focus and the forest shade determined the selection of plants. Tens of thousands of Virginia bluebells that now cover the hillsides in late April are the progeny of 500 plants they purchased.


    • John Aull, president of Aull Brothers Box Company, believed that the land where he and Marie lived was to be shared with the public.

      The Aull family spent considerable time traveling abroad and brought back ideas for their gardens. The garden rooms contain native plants, plus plants from around the world.

      Aullwood Garden MetroPark underwent many changes as floodwaters wiped out entire peony beds; and as shade intensified. The topography and plantings were done carefully to imitate nature. It was intended as a retreat from the pressures of city living.

      The park became a MetroPark in 1977, when the land was put into a living trust.

    • Call (937) 275-7275 ext. 1761 if you need special access M-F 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. or during public programs. There is one accessible port-a-john at parking lot.
      There is a hill and path through the woods, which is not accessible.
      There are 6 park benches along the path in the garden areas. The path surfaces include: gravel, grass, soil, and chip & seal. No snow removal in winter.


    • Directions
      From I-75 exit US 40 West/Vandalia exit, go left (go past airport exit); left on Aullwood Rd (just before the Englewood Dam), South. Watch for sign “Aullwood Garden parking”; on right or west side of road.

      Public Transportation
      No direct service.
      Route 16 is the closest route. Take route 16 at Main Street and National Road to the East Park of Englewood MetroPark or Aullwood Garden MetroPark. Walk about two miles northeast on U.S. 40 to Aullwood Road, then turn south on Aullwood Road to Aullwood Garden MetroPark.

    • In addition to the famous garden, this park boasts a high quality mature forest containing outstanding examples of native trees, plants and forest wildlife. A small, planted prairie gives a glimpse of native grassland habitat.

GPS Coordinates

Latitude: 39.87195
Longitude: -84.277257

Park Hours:

  • April 1 - Oct. 31, 8 am – 10 pm
  • Nov. 1 - March 31, 8 am – 8 pm
  • Closed Christmas and New Year's Day

Facility Rental: None

Parking:
Free parking is available on-site. See Map

School Group Tours:
Schools and other groups may schedule guided tours of the garden. Call (937) 275-PARK to schedule.
 
View a list of programs available.

Pet Policy:
Pets are not permitted. We have working dog. Pets allowed at nearby Englewood MetroPark.

Reservations:
(937) 275-7275, ext. 1761
Park Features/Amenities
For decades, this living work of art has touched visitors emotionally and spiritually with its diversity and abundance of floral displays, towering trees and serenity. The 31-acre park has a picturesque creek, prairie, woods, and gardens planted with native & exotic flowers. Conveniently located just south of US 40 past the Aullwood Audubon Center in Dayton.
 
 
 
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