Learn how to correctly prune crape myrtles as well as other shrubs and trees. We will be doing "hands-on pruning" with sample limbs so bring your own hand pruners, see a demonstration, and then try it for yourself. Get the details on this January 27th class.

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 Amanda Baker (amanda.baker@hooveralabama.gov) and scheduled 10 days in advance. Our goal is to make sure everyone has a positive experience here at the Gardens.

All group and professional photography requests need to be pre-approved by Amanda Baker (amanda.baker@hooveralabama.gov) and scheduled at least 10 days in advance. Due to weddings and specialty 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.

Join us for a group walk, Nordic style! 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 event is free but registration is required.  Click here to learn more about this Sunday, January 23rd event.

Learn "All About Roses" with Jason Powell of Petals from the Past on Tuesday, February 8th, at 6 p.m. Plus, Kay Sutley is scheduled to share how we can honor the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier by planting white roses in our own gardens. Learn more and register here.

Join us for a Hardwood Hydrangea Propagation workshop led by David Doggett, on Wednesday, February 23rd, at 10 a.m. The class will begin in our education building and move into the Gardens to take cuttings. Learn more about it and register here.

We are pleased and honored to have art by Laura Reddick Reichert currently on exhibit in our gallery. Click here to see photos of some of her work or plan to stop by the Aldridge House to see it in person.

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.

Thanks to the Hoover Public Library, both children and adults can now borrow a book from our new "The Little Free Library." It's located near our entrance gate. Check it out next time you're here!

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.

Our walking trail was recently modified from 90% accessible, as defined by the US Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines, to 100% accessible -- thanks to funding by the Holle Family Foundation Grant along with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. Learn more.

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.

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.

Our gates are open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., unless severe weather limits normal operations. The Gardens are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Day, and for special events.

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.