Helen S. Layer Rhododendron Garden
Twenty acres of awe-inspiring sights.
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Warren H. Corning founded our rhododendron collection in 1940. And in 1971, contributions made in honor of Helen S. Layer allowed for the creation of a surrounding, 20-acre garden.
This breathtaking land is marked with rolling hills and shaded by solid oaks and maples.
Featuring these equally astounding attractions:
Rhododendron collection | Spanning 52 species, including several unique plant hybrids developed by local breeders. Pictured: Rhododendron ‘Aglo’.
The “Guardians of the Garden” | Dan Sammon, a local artist, created this sculpture with just a chainsaw and a torch, working from the remains of a 150-year-old red oak that broke apart in 2007.
The mesmerizing Logsdon, Hourglass, and Sherwin ponds | The iconic heron statue in Sherwin pond is dedicated to Harold Layer, who helped fund this area in honor of his late wife, Helen.
The Judith and Maynard H. Murch IV Canopy Walk | The Canopy Walk invites guests to stroll along a 500-foot-long elevated walkway that rises 65 feet above the forest floor. Walk amongst the treetops, and appreciate our forest from an entirely new perspective.
Pieris japonica ‘Scarlet O’Hara’ | Spring and summer are perfect seasons to stroll through the garden and appreciate the blooms.
Rhododendron calendulaceum | View dozens upon dozens of rhododendrons and azaleas species.
Here’s more to explore at Holden Arboretum
Conifer Trail
View stunning vistas and field nesting birds on this trail south of the Rhododendron Layer Garden heading towards the Conifer Collection. more
Henry Norweb Jr. Tree Allée
The Norweb Tree Allée was dedicated in 2013, making it one of the Arboretum’s newest features. It honors the memory of R. Henry Norweb Jr., who led the institution from... more
Blueberry Pond Trail
This is a great area for families to observe aquatic wildlife and play in nature. more
Eliot and Linda Paine Rhododendron Discovery Garden
Immerse yourself amongst a beautiful plant group as you stroll through the Eliot and Linda Paine Rhododendron Discovery Garden. This area hosts three separate vignettes that examine: The Eliot and... more
Kalberer Emergent Tower
The Emergent Tower is 120 feet (or approximately 12 stories) tall, which allows for a breathtaking, 360 degree, unrivaled view of the surrounding area. Guest can see all the way... more
Display Garden
A four-season garden planted with a mix of trees, shrubs, perennials, and bulbs, this garden is home to two of the Arboretum’s most iconic attractions: the Arthur S. Holden Sr.... more
Arlene and Arthur S. Holden Jr. Butterfly Garden
The Holden Butterfly Garden is a haven for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds—not to mention the visitors who are drawn to its soothing tranquility. Two placid ponds are surrounded by a... more
Murch Canopy Walk
The Canopy Walk invites guests to stroll along a 500-foot-long elevated walkway that rises 65 feet above the forest floor. Walk amongst the treetops, and appreciate our forest from an... more
Stebbins Gulch
Stebbins Gulch is the crown jewel of the Holden Arboretum’s extensive natural areas, and is one of the most unspoiled natural history preserves in Northeast Ohio. We host guided tours... more
