Looking to spruce up your lawn or garden? For a relaxing afternoon browsing nature’s beauties, check out a local nursery or garden center. Not only do these centers offer colorful inspiration, but their staff can help find the perfect options for your yard.
Merrifield Garden Center in Gainesville has acres of flowers and plants, but also offers visitors a relaxing afternoon browsing the gift and flower shop, a wine cafe, ice cream booth, and dog park. Visit www.merrifieldgardencenter.com for hours and locations.
Meadow Farms Nurseries, with locations in Manassas, Woodbridge, and Stafford, offers a full selection of plants and supplies as well as free landscaping consultations. Their website also offers gardening advice and a landscaping blog for customers looking for more guidance. Hours and locations at www.meadowsfarms.com.
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Pump It Up, an inflatable party company in Manassas, hosts a parent’s night out on the first Friday of the month. It’s $25 a child ($20 for siblings) for three hours of jumping fun. Pizza and drinks are included. More information is available here.
