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This meadow features a mixture of more than 50 species of wildflowers and 10 species of grasses. The area is an outdoor classroom where one can observe wildflowers and the birds and insects they attract.

It demonstrates an alternative to traditional high maintenance urban landscaping. Most importantly, the flowers and grasses present a constantly changing vista of natural beauty for those who stroll along its pathways or relax near the flowing fountain in the shade of the gazebo.

Perry E. Morgan donated money for the establishment and maintenance of The Bunny Morgan Memorial Wildflower Meadow, now the Four Seasons Garden, in honor of his late wife, who had long  been a wildflower enthusiast.

Completed in 1984, Renaissance Court is magnificent in its design and beauty. Modeled along the classic lines of the Italian Renaissance of the late 16th century, the garden features all of the trademarks of that period. Its wide vista, symmetrically laid out in grassy terraces, is outlined with ornate balustrades. Four statues, one for each of the seasons, stand in the corners of the upper level. Across from the terraces is a reflective pool and fountain. Behind the water is the grand coronation court, the historic site of the crowning of the International Azalea Queen during past NATO Festivals.

This garden was created in 1962 to honor Norfolk’s sister city, Moji, Japan and was rededicated in 1963 to Kitakyushu, formerly Moji. The Japanese Garden was redesigned and refurbished in the summer of 1995. The design is inspired by the traditional hill and pond style of Japanese gardens. Look for signature elements in the garden such as evergreen plants, stones and water.