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A Lush Oasis in the City

Trees
Numerous trees fill the Park. Mossycup Oaks, chosen for their ability to withstand the challenging Montgomery soil, border the Park along Vaughn Road. Pin Oaks, Willow Oaks, Water Oaks, Laurel and White Oaks are placed throughout the park site. Also abundantly planted in the park are Bald Cypress, Live Oak, and Tulip Poplars. Bradford Pear trees, glorious in the early Spring, line the drive to the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts.

Flowers
Roses typical of those found in Scotland abound along fence rows throughout the park. Crapemyrtles provide summer and early fall color. Aquatic plantings at the main entrance lake include a marshy area filled with lilies and rice as well as a rock ledge waterfall.

Horticultural speakers and volunteers
Several of the Park's gardens are maintained by Master Gardeners. If you're interested in helping maintain and care for the Shakespeare Garden, please contact the Alabama Shakespeare Festival at 334.271.5300.