Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden facts for kids
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| Type | Botanical garden |
| Location | Portland, Oregon, United States |
| Area | 9.49-acre (3.84 ha) |
| Plants | 2,500 |
The Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden is a beautiful botanical garden in Portland, Oregon. It is located in southeastern Portland, between Reed College and the Eastmoreland Golf Course. This special garden is a wonderful place to explore nature.
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About the Garden
The Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden is found at Southeast 28th Avenue and Woodstock Boulevard. It covers about 9.5 acres (3.8 hectares) of land. The garden gets its name from the many natural springs found there.
What You Can See
This garden is home to over 2,500 different rhododendrons and azaleas. You can also find many other types of plants. The garden has small lakes, paved and unpaved walking paths, a fountain, and even tiny waterfalls. It is a peaceful place to visit.
Visiting the Garden
The garden is open every day from morning until evening, all year long. From March 1st to September 30th, there is a small fee to enter. This fee is charged from Tuesday to Sunday, between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM. If you have a pet, they are welcome to visit too, as long as they are on a leash.
Garden History
The Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden started in 1950. It was first created as a special "test garden" for rhododendrons. Before it became a garden, the area was covered with wild brush and blackberries. There were also native trees and parts of an old Shakespeare theater. Students from Reed College had built this theater.
In 1964, the park's name was officially changed. It became known as the Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden.
Wildlife in the Garden
While most of the garden is carefully designed, some areas are left more natural. These spots have wild shrubs, forest areas, and marsh plants. Even submerged logs in the water help attract many animals.
Birds and Waterfowl
The garden is especially popular with waterfowl, which are birds that live near water. You can see many of them, especially in winter. The Rhododendron Society has counted 94 different kinds of birds in the garden. Some of these include grebes, herons, various ducks, Canada geese, wigeons, gulls, thrushes, nuthatches, and hummingbirds. It's a great place for birdwatching!
