This is the classic Japanese-style garden. It was a gift from Mishawaka's sister city, Shiojiri,…read moreand unlike anything else in the city. Upon entering the park, one will notice how this garden sends off quite a different "vibe" than western-style gardens do. Typical of Japanese design, it was thought out quite a bit, and there is a reason behind every little detail within. Every changing month seems to bring its own charm to the park. An excellent park to go to for feeling closer to both God and nature. This has got to be the loveliest acre of land in Mishawaka.

This park celebrates the sister city status of Mishawaka and Shiojiri, a city in Nagano, Japan…read more Niwa is Japanese for garden and this park takes on many of the characteristics of a Japanese Garden. Some of those characteristics include: Water - renewal and calm Stone - longevity and forces of nature Yukimi-gata Lantern (a snow lantern) Bridges The park has all these but the water/pond which would ideally contain fish /koi. Of course, the weather here would necessitate wintering of the fish elsewhere, so it is probably a cost management issue. The park is well kept and is filled with plants, small trees, and gardens. There is also a bronze sculpture to the right of the entrance that commemorates the relationship between the two cities. Review #3099

This was the first park I visited in the area and I am glad to say it allowed my visit to get off…read moreto a good start. This small park is located on the west end of a large number of riverside parks in Mishawaka. There is a small parking lot on the east side of the park. From the lot, you can pass through an arbor towards the gazebo in a round central area. The pathways are either paved or brick. Be aware that some of the brick is uneven and could use some attention, but I had no trouble walking comfortably across the few misaligned bricks. The park is very colorful with an assortment of flowers, shrubs and trees that take on many hues. Other than some fallen leaves/petals, the park was kept in pretty clean condition. One additional point of interest is the "Educators" statue near the roadside by local art instructor Harold Tuck Langland (2000). Review #3085

What a pretty garden, a small park packed with a quiet place to visit. Lots of benches and wide…read moresidewalks. Close to the river walk and a nice surprise when you cross the bridge.

This gentleman was very nice and polite came out and did my 25 x 25 garden Rototiller and did an…read moreamazing job from start to finish and then as he's leaving, we start talking and he came back another day and landscape the front of my house with the most beautiful black mulch you've ever seen made my flowers look amazing What an awesome job. Thank you so much for everything.

Extensive work done for us that is fabulous! I highly…read morerecommend this landscape company!!

Came here for a friend's wedding and was pleasantly surprised at the area. Located in a slightly…read moresecluded area but surrounded by a multitude of trees and quiet from the outside word. There is plenty of parking (with signage) and even an overflow parking area. The outdoor ceremony location has a turf ground and surrounded by trees. The turf made it easy to walk with heels and the trees helped provide more of a romantic secluded environment. The reception area had an outdoor tent area (for the post ceremony appetizers and drinks) and an indoor area (for the formal dinner). Can't say anything from a planning/organization standpoint but everything went smoothly from a guest's perspective and it was a lovely area to attend a wedding.

This place was very pretty! Loved the Fairy Garden feel and the staff were so friendly and…read morewelcoming. Beautiful venue for a beautiful event!

I would absolutely recommend this nursery for your gardening needs! Michael came out and came up…read morewith a plan (which included purchasing plants), had an estimate sent that was well within reason, and then he performed the work. He is so professional, and he efficiently got the plantings done on the scheduled day. Everything looks beautiful!

The plants here are always great. Even in the off season, they have a beautiful greenhouse full of…read morehouseplants. Every plant I've gotten from here has been really healthy and hearty, and I love that they carry organic gardening products. Any question you have, they have an answer and advice is free! There is always an employee nearby to ask! But not closer than six feet because they are also doing wonderful with covid safety. All the employees wear masks and I've seen them disinfecting surfaces quite often. I always feel good coming here to support a local business that has been here more than 70 years (plus their plants are much more well cared for than big box stores anyways!)

Naturally Native Nursery is a fun place to visit and they offer a great selection of native plants…read moreadapted to this ecoregion. Jan is a wealth of knowledge and is happy to advise you while you select plants for your project. They offer landscaping services as well. Jan provided a reasonable quote for a lot of work, which included a timeline for the removal of the existing invasive vines (5 varieties of vines and other invasive plant species all of which have gotten way out of hand), a native planting plan, and continued maintenance. I am so glad to have finally discovered this awesome native plant nursery. Highly recommend!

I was at Naturally Native today and got a diverse selection of native plants for shade and sun. The…read morestaff here is very helpful and is able to recommend plants based on soil, sun and water requirements. They stock shrubs, grasses, vines, ferns, and wildflowers that are guaranteed to attract pollinators and other wildlife to your garden. Today I purchased American Alum Root, Little Bluestem Grass, Wild Quinine, Ohio Spiderwort, New England Aster among others. They have a very impressive selection, and the best part is they are giving away 1 milkweed plant free with each purchase. I have been a customer of Naturally Native for many years, and they have never disappointed.

A beautiful place for a stroll in nature! They have a great mix of curated gardens, prairie trails,…read moreand forest trails that wind around ponds, streams, and the St. Joseph river. It was a perfect way to spend a couple hours and it's only 10 minutes outside of Niles. They also have a small art gallery, gift shop, and cafe inside the main building. I grabbed a small pie to go! It was clear everyone who worked there really loved their job and they were excited to share it with visitors.

Definitely a hidden gem. My wife and I stayed in New Buffalo, MI. On a whim, we drove to Fernwood…read moreon a Sunday morning. It's not in a spot you'd ever expect considering a lot of farmland surrounding the area. The front desk was very helpful. Despite it being mid-October, the gardens were still very interesting; peaceful. It's very well kept. Take your time and enjoy the place. The small cafe had some tasty lunch sandwiches and soups. Sweets too!!

Cory's redid our landscaping in 2024, we were more than pleased with the final result. The next…read morespring they replaced a couple of plants that didn't make it through the winter. Since then we have had them come and spruce it up in the spring and fall. They do excellent work.

We moved into an older home with inground gutter drainage and needed help locating and cleaning the…read moresystem. Cory was knowledgeable, efficient, and taught me how to maintain it. His crew did an excellent job, and I couldn't be happier. I'll definitely use them again!