Gardens & Grounds
A Storied Landscape
More than a century old, Reynolda’s Gardens and grounds were part of the original 1917 footprint for the Reynolda estate, which included a 16-acre, man-made lake, golf course, formal gardens, greenhouses, and woods. Although the landscape has changed over the years, many of its original structures and plans remain intact. Now, Reynolda Gardens of Wake Forest University serves as a 134-acre outdoor horticultural oasis open to the public year-round from dawn to dusk. Revive your senses as you connect with nature and immerse yourself in this peaceful landscape complete with lush, colorful gardens, scenic walking trails, and a waterfall.
Estate Design
Louis L. Miller and Horatio R. Buckenham, who were partners in the landscape engineering firm, Buckenham and Miller, created a landscape plan for the estate and designed several important features between 1911 and 1913. Beginning in 1915, Thomas W. Sears made changes to the Buckenham and Miller plans and designed additional plantings.
Please note that the historic greenhouse is closed for an extensive restoration project. We look forward to welcoming you back inside the new Brown Family Conservatory in later summer 2024.
Gardens Events
See full calendarMar 19, 2024, 12:30pm — 1:30pm
Rose growing basics-from selection to planting. The "must dos" to ensure a yearlong great rose growing experience; extra tips for increasing rose health and beauty; and "Just Plain and …
Mar 20, 2024, 10:00am — 11:00am
Wednesday, March 20- Cherry Blossoms Wednesday, April 10- Bulbs of Reynolda Wednesday, April 24- Worms Wednesday, May 1- Peonies/Poppies Wednesday, May 15- Planting at Reynolda Wednesd…
Mar 21, 2024, 10:00am — 12:00pm
Experience hands-on learning with members of the Winston-Salem Rose Society. Participants are asked to bring pruners and heavy gloves.
Mar 22, 2024, 10:00am — 12:00pm
Experience hands-on learning with members of the Winston-Salem Rose Society. Participants are asked to bring pruners and heavy gloves.
Mar 23, 2024, 2:00pm — 4:00pm
Join educators from Kaleideum and Forsyth County Library at Reynolda for a free program we’re offering in conjunction with Forsyth Creek Week 2024. Visit Reynolda’s Boathouse, wetlands, po…