Cox Arboretum MetroPark is a hands-on landscaping arboretum, bringing gardening, nature and horticulture to visitors of all ages and backgrounds. It is a truly unique place in our community to experience, learn, see, touch, and smell the natural beauty of the land, flowering plants, shrubs and trees. Features:
*189 acres of beautiful gardens and natural areas specialty gardens such as:
*Shrub Garden - over 500 different trees & shrubs
*Water Garden & Rock Garden
*Woodland Wildflower Garden
*Rock Garden *Water Garden
*Stonewall Perennial Garden
*Crab Apple Allee
*Ornamental Grasses
*Meditation Garden Conifer Knoll
*Bell Children's Maze
*Edible Landscape Garden, including the Herb Garden & Compost Kitchen *Conservation Corner (Prairie, Bird Blind)
*Butterfly House and Garden (Butterfly House is a seasonal display)
*3.5 miles of walking trails