Gardens & Grounds
Orchards, courtyards, row crops, ponds, and a forest are just some of the green spaces that make up the forty-five acres of Uhuburg.
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Practical Gardening
Produce Gardens
Uhuburg has 3 growing fields around the greenhouse and a vineyard. Produce is used in a variety of ways such as for overnight guests, ​and is sold during Day Visits as well as at a local market. We look forward to having a full farm stand available at all times in the future.
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In 2024 the fields were re-designed, irrigated and set up for a five year rotation by plant family. Always expanding our understandings from year to year, much of the work in 2024 was done to have a strong start in 2025. Regardless of it building a year to instigate strong structure and long term planning, the row crops have been very productive. Seeding and propagation occurs in the greenhouse.
The produce fields and greenhouse are open to the public during Day Visitors. Come see what's growing!
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Carnivorous Bog Garden
Check out nature's neat adaption of carnivorous plants in the Carnivorous Bog Garden. Home to sundews, pitcher plants, and Venus flytraps, this garden showcases the unique adaptations of these plants as they thrive in their boggy habitat.​​
Did you know?
Venus Fly Traps are native to only North & South Carolina!
Zen Garden
The Zen Garden, traditional to Japan, offers a tranquil space for meditation and reflection. With its carefully raked gravel representing ripples in water, this garden is a visual masterpiece designed for contemplation upon it's front stone rather than walking through.​​​​
Native Garden
The Native Garden features a diverse collection of plants indigenous to our region. This garden is a testament to the rich biodiversity of the area and highlights the importance of preserving our natural heritage.
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Odiferous Garden
Immerse yourself in the delightful scents of the Odiferous Garden, where fragrant plants like fennel, oregano, mint, lemon balm, and lavender create an aromatic symphony. This garden is a haven for those who appreciate the power of scent in nature.
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Eightfold Way Garden
The Eightfold Way Garden is designed to inspire enlightenment and personal growth. Located in front of our upcoming Buddhism mural, this garden invites visitors to reflect on the principles of the Eightfold Path.​​​
This path got an overhaul in summer of 2024. Check out the before and after in the slideshow!​
Wildflower Garden
While you're here, don't forget to explore the greenhouse and produce fields. Just behind the greenhouse lies our Wildflower Garden, a vibrant habitat that supports pollinators and celebrates the beauty of nature's diversity​​
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Venus Garden
For those who appreciate the untamed allure of nature, our River Garden offers a delightful experience. Visitors are encouraged to take off their shoes and walk in the river, where they might spot tadpoles.​​​​
Fruiting Trees and Shrubs
Throughout the gardens and grounds, you'll find a delightful assortment of fruiting trees and bushes, including blueberries, blackberries, peaches, pears, figs, and pawpaw trees. The pawpaw, native to Georgia, is known for its unique tropical flavor, reminiscent of a blend between banana and mango. Our produce is available for purchase during day visits, allowing you to savor the seasonal bounty of Uhuburg at home.
River Garden
For those who appreciate the untamed allure of nature, our River Garden offers a delightful experience. Visitors are encouraged to take off their shoes and walk in the river, where they might spot tadpoles.​​
Botanical Gardens
Dawn redwoods, once native to Georgia, and peacock ferns create a charming path up to the castle. Upon entering the grand red gates of the East Gatehouse, a rose garden kicks off the courtyard botanics with pink blooms all summer. The courtyard gardens meander throughout the grounds, lush with an abundance of flowering plants, fruiting trees, pond flora & fauna, and more, keeping Uhuburg grounds colorful through most of the year.​​​
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Enchanted Forest & Trails
The more than forty acres surrounding Uhuburg is filled with a variety of natural wonders including common and unique forests, several waterfalls, a historic gold mining aqueduct, several springs, valleys, fauna groupings, unique trees, plants, rock formations, vistas and scenic views. Enjoy the castle wall promenade along the forest's edge! A two mile trail around Uhuburg is in the process of becoming cleared and well-marked, and is designed to pass by many of these features.
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