Join us as we mindfully walk through the gardens, breathing in harmony with the forest. We will learn the names of many tree species and their unique features, watch the leaves change over the course of the season, and create art to celebrate the joy and wonder of being with trees. Nov. 30 at 8 a.m. Learn more.

All group and professional photography requests need to be pre-approved by Janet Abernathy (janet.abernathy@hooveralabama.gov) and scheduled at least 10 days in advance. Due to weddings and special events taking place, certain dates and timeframes will be unavailable (especially Fridays and Saturdays). We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

Aldridge Gardens is excited to welcome new members to our Board of Directors! Traci Fox (T. Fox SalonSpa and Hoover Small Business Alliance), Nan Baldwin (Hoover Area Chamber), David Doggett (Alabama Hydrangea Society), Gene Smith III (Hoover Businessman), and Bob Sipe (Alabama Organ Center). See the full list here.

Due to the high volume of social events that have rented space at Aldridge Gardens, groups of 10 or more people will need a reservation and are subject to a rental fee. All requests need to be pre-approved by Kristen Valentine (kristen.valentine@hooveralabama.gov) and scheduled 10 days in advance. Our goal is to make sure everyone has a positive experience here at the Gardens.

This class is now sold out. David Doggett, Jefferson County Master Gardener, will cover the latest research-based recommendations and best practices for how one should plant, transplant, or re-pot trees and shrubs.

Learn more about this sold out event.

Take a look at our step-by-step guidelines on best practices for planting. Learn about the process we take, from digging the hole, to root considerations, backfilling, mulching, and watering. See the diagram and read more here.

For the twelfth consecutive year, Dr. Richard Ryel and his wife Patricia are leading our guided bird watches for Aldridge Gardens members. Join us on Saturday, November 9th from 8 - 10 a.m. Learn more and register for the last scheduled bird walk of 2024 here.

Join us for Nordic Walking! This is not an instructed class but will be a group activity. Walking poles will not be provided, so please bring 'em if you got 'em! This November 17th event is free but registration is required. Get the details and register here.

The work of fine art photographer Madelyn Carr Bonnett will be on display in our gallery beginning September 16th. A life-long lover of God’s natural world, she seeks to share the truth through her photos that He is the Creator of the earth and all its natural beauty. Click here to see a selection of pieces from her exhibit.

Aldridge Gardens is quite proud of our new Meyer Bonsai Terrace, as it is home to one of the finest collections of Bonsai in the southeastern United States. Click here to see additional photos and learn more about it.

Parents and Grandparents! Have you seen our STORYWALK at Aldridge Gardens? If not, make plans to come by and see it. Sponsored by Hoover Public Library, there are 18 panels and the book is changed out quarterly. Learn more about it.

An addition to the path at Aldridge Gardens, made possible through a grant from the Cawaco RC&D Council, now leads adults and children to a new imaginative play area known as Fort Aldridge. Here children can engage in unstructured free play using what they can find in nature. Click here to see photos and learn more about it.

Did you know we have an apiary here at Aldridge Gardens? An apiary is a collection of honey bee hives, providing both pollination and honey production. Our apiary is named "Apiopolis." Find out how it got its name and learn more about it here.

Did you know that Aldridge Gardens is an ideal location for bird watching? In fact, we are a part of the Appalachian Highlands Alabama Birding Trail. Click here to learn more about our members-only bird walks and download our birding brochure.

In this video, from the spring of 2017, our late founder tells the story of how Aldridge Gardens came to be. Unfortunately, Eddie passed away in November of 2018. But his legacy will always be visible here in the beauty of Aldridge Gardens. Watch it now.

Have you visited the Veterans Memorial Arbor and Pentagon Plaza at Aldridge Gardens? Our nature trail will lead you to both of these sites located at the back of our 5 acre lake. The arbor features flags from all five service branches, along with the U.S. flag, and the plaza contains bronzed busts honoring three young men from Hoover who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Learn more about it.

Download a self-guided tour map of Aldridge Gardens. It is a PDF file that you can view on a mobile device or print at home and bring with you. Click the image above to get the file.

We are always looking for ways to make Aldridge Gardens more accessible to everyone. Take a look at some of our most recent updates we've made to our walking trail to make it 100% accessible. Learn more.

Our gates are normally open daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., unless a special event or severe weather limits operations. Admission is free. The Gardens are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years Day.

Have you heard about our new Bonsai Membership? This membership level offers monthly, hands-on bonsai educational opportunities. Learn more and see all of our membership levels here.

Now you can order Aldridge Gardens gift certificates online and have them mailed to you or someone special! It makes for an excellent present and its always the right size. Learn more about it.

Need a beautiful location for a big event, aside from Aldridge Gardens? This is just the place. In fact, the city itself began inside this house! Learn more about this historic home and event venue here in Hoover.

Follow this link to see all of the events scheduled during the current month on the City of Hoover's calendar.

Learn more about big upcoming events at the Hoover Met. Plus, get information regarding daily details like open gyms and access to the walking track.

Aldridge Gardens is proud to be part of the City of Hoover. Come experience all the beauty and hospitality that the city has to offer.

We're proud to be partners in tourism with The Alabama Department of Tourism and the Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau.

We're delighted to be part of the Alabama Garden Trail! You can explore and experience Alabama's beautiful gardens from the top of the state all the way down to the Gulf, and of course right here in Hoover! Visit the official travel site of Alabama to learn more.