Gardens

Schaub Floral Display Center

Located in Sportsmans Park, the Schaub Floral Display Center features gorgeous seasonal plantings throughout the year. In the winter months, rustic pines and cheerful poinsettias brightenl the center for the holiday season. In spring and summer, displays feature tulips, daffodils, and a variety of flowering shrubs and plants. The horticulture center was made possible through grants and a generous gift from the former Lindsay-Schaub newspapers, along with Robert D. Schaub. Robert's grandfather, Howard C. Schaub, was the first president of the Decatur Park District Board of Commissioners. The Schaub Floral Display Center is open on weekdays, 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and on weekends from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. It is located in Sportsman's Park, just west of Baltimore Road. For more information about the center, including volunteer opportunities, please call 421-7550.

Anna Bethel Fisher Rock Garden

Enjoy the tranquility of the gardens alongside Lake Decatur with a visit to the Anna Bethel Fisher Rock Garden. Built in 1927, the garden was completely renovated in 1992. Today, the area is home to stately cypress trees that provide shade for a variety of flowering plants nestled among the boulders. A beautiful waterfall was built and dedicated in 2006. The Anna Bethel Fisher Rock Garden, located in Nelson Park, is open from 7:30 a.m. until dusk in season.

Scovill Oriental Gardens

This beautiful Chinese-inspired garden was built by Guy and Rose Scovill in the 1920's and '30s. In 1948, the Scovill Family deeded their farm to the Decatur Park District. Today, the gardens also feature the Wikoff Oriental Garden Terrace. Located in Scovill Park (71 S. Country Club Rd.), the gardens are open from 7:30 until dusk in season.

Gazebo Gardens

Rows of annual flowers greet visitors to Scovill Park in the Gazebo Gardens. The flowers bloom from May 1st through the season's first frost. Situated amongs towering trees and beautiful flower beds, the gazebo is a popular site for weddings. Call 217-421-7436 for information about reserving the gazebo.