Meerkerk Gardens

Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens (53 acres) are nonprofit gardens in Greenbank, Washington on Whidbey Island. The gardens were founded by Ann and Max Meerkerk in the early 1960s on 13 acres and served as a site where they collected and hybridized rhododendrons. They gradually expanded the garden to 10 acres of rhododendrons surrounded by an additional 43 acres of woodlands. Ann Meerkerk left the gardens to the Seattle Rhododendron Society in 1979.

Today the garden features more than 1,500 varieties of rhododendron species and hybrids. Enjoy beautiful rhododendrons and azaleas as well as exotic trees from all over the world. Stroll along easy walking trails and take in the beautiful views all year long. Dogs on leash are always welcome. Admission is $5 June thru March and $10 in April and May. Kids under 13 are free.

The annual Mother’s Day Concert is a local favorite with music and the rhododendrons in peak bloom! Bring a picnic, buy a rhody, and a slice of Whidbey Pie.