A 500-acre public park and recreation area left by Colonel Robert R. McCormick. Garden areas include formal gardens, an idea garden, and a greenhouse that is occasionally opened to the public.

With 26 spectacular gardens on 385 acres, the Garden is a place of ever-changing beauty that you can stroll through daily.

Conservatory and outdoor gardens in Chicago's Central Park. Among the attractions are aroid, palm, and desert houses, a children's garden, a fern room, and a sweet house. Information about visiting, programs, and events.

Former nursery in Rockford features a combination of plants native to the midwest and from around the world. Photo gallery, event calendar, visitor information.

Educational and community gardening organization in Evanston. Overview of areas and specializations, meetings, membership, and volunteering.

Facility for research, education and enjoyment near Chicago aims to collect and study trees, shrubs, and other plants from around the world, and to display them across naturally beautiful landscapes. Information about activities, programs, and collections.

Gardens located near the bank of the Mississippi River in Rock Island. Overview of admissions, facilities, and programs plus maps, directions, and calendar of events.