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Themed Gardens and Arboretum

Dozens of themed and collection gardens, including hosta, daylilies, Asiatic lilies, iris, peonies, roses, dwarf conifers, ornamental grasses, native plants and more are grown and maintained by volunteer plant enthusiast organizations united under the Friends of the Garden.

Tour the individual gardens here.

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

Enjoy the serenity of this 7.5-acre traditional Japanese garden, established in 1986 through a partnership with the Springfield Sister Cities Association and Springfield's sister city, Isesaki, Japan.

Includes mature landscaping, winding paths, three small lakes, ceremonial teahouse, moon bridge and meditation garden.

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Restrooms and pavilion outside front gate. Admission: $5/Adults, $3/Children 3-11 years, Free/Members of Friends of the Garden, Springfield Sister Cities Association, American Horticulture Society and children 2 years and younger.

Open April-October, check hours at 417-891-1515.

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