Aldridge Gardens
Street address:
3530 Lorna Rd.
Hoover, AL 35216
Phone:
205-682-8019
Fax:
205-682-8085
Schedule:
Open May–Sept.: M–Sat. 9–8, Sun. 1–8; Oct.–Apr.: M–Sat. 9–5, Sun. 1–5.
Mailing:
3530 Lorna Rd.
Hoover, AL 35216
Admission:
Free
Alabama's newest botanical garden. 30 acres of shade gardens featuring many varieties of hydrangeas and native plants and trees. 3-acre wildflower garden. Nature trail around 7-acre lake. Annual, perennial and herb gardens.
A pleasant place for a walk or picnic. Occasional events (many free) are presented in the pavilion.
Restrooms are available.
Accessibility:
Mobility Impaired (all one level, no steps, toilet access from front of wheelchair, support bars for toilets, designated parking spaces)
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