Anderson Japanese Gardens
(815) 229-9390
318 Spring Creek Rd.
Rockford, IL 61107

You'll be awe-struck by the natural beauty and serenity of Anderson Japanese Gardens, ranked the top Japanese garden in North America. Take time to explore the 12 acres of this 12th-Century-style "pon... MORE INFO

Anderson Japanese Gardens Gift Shop
(815) 997-1197
318 Spring Creek Rd.
Rockford, IL 61107

The gift shop at Anderson Japanese Gardens is open year round. You will find glass and ceramic items, wreaths, authentic Japanese teas and tea pots, night lights and candles, wind chimes, stone garden... MORE INFO

Benson Stone Co.
(815) 227-2000
1100 - 11th St.
Rockford, IL 61104

If your home is your palace, then be sure to make Benson's a stop on your visit to Rockford. Located in a renovated, 117-year old furniture factory, this fabulous store offers complete showrooms of bu... MORE INFO

Curran's Orchard
(815) 963-7848
6385 Kilburn Ave.
Rockford, IL 61101

If you prefer apples raised without a lot of chemicals, Curran's Orchard is the place to find them. More than a dozen varieties, pre-picked or you-pick: Gala, McIntosh, Cortland, Jonathan, Empire, Yel... MORE INFO

Edwards Apple Orchard West
(815) 963-2261
8218 Cemetery Rd.
Winnebago, IL 61088

A variety of apples including honey crisp, jonagold and mcintosh, plus cider, fresh-from-the-oven appple cider donuts and pie. Play areas for kids and a petting zoo. Pick your own pumpkins and raspber... MORE INFO

Ellison Perennials
(815) 226-8298
1011 Brooke Rd.
Rockford, IL 61109

Offering a large selection of new perennial varieties for the shade or sun garden. Exquisite quality plant material. Open mostly by appointment.... MORE INFO

Farmers Market - Colonial Village
(815) 398-3350
1240 S. Alpine Rd.
Newburg Rd. entrance
Rockford, IL 61108

Fresh fruits & vegetables, plants & flowers, craft items including ceramics, quilts, pillows, soaps & lotions, baked goods, roasted nuts & more! The University of Illinois Extension ha... MORE INFO

Farmers Market - Edgebrook Center
(815) 871-1557
1639 N. Alpine Rd.
Highcrest Rd. & N. Alpine Rd.
Rockford, IL 61107

Sample the area's best seasonal Farmer's Market. Dozens of local farmers display their highest quality vegetables, fruits, flowers and plants. On occasion, local musicians will perform to enhance your... MORE INFO

Farmers Market - North End Commons
(815) 962-1234
1416 N. Main St.
City parking lot in rear
Rockford, IL 61103

Purchase fresh seasonal produce, cut flowers, plants and bakery items in North End Commons' annual farmers' market.The University of Illinois Extension has compiled a Directory of Local Food for North... MORE INFO

Farmers Market - Klehm Arboretum
(815) 965-8146
2715 S. Main St.
Rockford, IL 61102

On Monday evenings, shop for locally grown, farm fresh produce at the Farmers Market at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Center, in the triangle in front of Klehm. The University of Illinois Extension ha... MORE INFO

Farmers Market - Main Street Square
(815) 978-6863
Hwy 251 & Williams Dr.
Roscoe, IL 61073

Browse seasonal produce, flowers, crafts and home-made jams from stateline farms. Located in parking lot of small shopping mall offering butcher shop, gift shops, bank, and coffee house.The University... MORE INFO

Farmers Market - Midtown District
(815) 961-1269
222 - 7th St.
Rockford, IL 61104

A part of the Midtown District’s “Midtown Market Days”, this is Rockford’s newest and “Local Only” Farmers’ Market, featuring the best produce from our local farmers including seasonal vegetables, fru... MORE INFO

Farmers Market - Perryville
(815) 229-3000
Perryville Rd. & Mill Rd.,
Just south of E. State St. (U.S. Bus. 20)
Rockford, IL 61108

Sample the season's freshest produce from local growers in this brand-new farmers' market on Rockford's far east side!The University of Illinois Extension has compiled a Directory of Local Food for No... MORE INFO

Farmers Market - River District
(815) 964-6221
200 Y Blvd.
YMCA of Rock River Valley
Rockford, IL 61107

Stop by the intimate River District Farmers Market, set up in the parking lot by the tennis courts, every week to get your fresh produce. The market features locally grown, organic, produce; plants; b... MORE INFO

Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden
(815) 965-8146
2715 S. Main St.
Rockford, IL 61102

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden is a 155-acre “living museum” filled with spectacular gardens and rare trees. There’s beauty in every season from fragrant... MORE INFO

Mary's Berries
(815) 624-1125
Rockton Avenue
Rockton, IL 61072

U-pick your own fresh, organic strawberries and raspberries. Call for hours and availability. Rockton Avenue, 1 mile south of Rt. 75.... MORE INFO

Rock Valley Greenhouse and Garden Center
(815) 398-1937
785 N. Bell School Rd
Rockford, IL 61107

Recognized as the premiere Garden Center and Greenhouse in northern Illinois for 36 years, Rock Vall... MORE INFO

Rockford Park District
(815) 987-8800
401 S. Main St
Rockford, IL 61101

Don't miss the 24th Annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition January 20-23 in Sinnissippi Park. Nearly 30 teams from around the state, and local high school youth, work on five-ton blocks of compact... MORE INFO

Sinnissippi Gardens
(815) 987-8858
1300 N Second St
Rockford, IL 61107

A cheerful river-side garden spot whose attractions include an annual garden meticulously planted with colorful bedding plants, a floral clock planted each year with thousands of annuals, an accredite... MORE INFO

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum
(815) 964-2424
411 Kent St.
Rockford, IL 61102

A rare example of Victorian exotic architecture, this 1865 Swiss "cottage," was built by early Rockford industrialist and Rockford mayor Robert Tinker. Parquet floors, ornate woodwork, murals, sculptu... MORE INFO

Valley Orchard
(815) 332-9696
811 East State St.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016

Valley Orchard is a 35 acre family-owned orchard with approximately 5,000 apple trees. You have a choice of either picking your own apples or purchasing apples that are picked daily. Also available to... MORE INFO

Village Green East
(815) 877-9559
6101 E. Riverside Blvd.
Rockford, IL 61114

A fascinatingly large garden center with outdoor landscaped displays, plants, garden supplies, outdoor furniture supplying customers from all over the Midwest. The center also takes care of all holida... MORE INFO

Village Green North
(815) 877-7027
2640 N. Main St.
Rockford, IL 61103

A fascinatingly large garden center with outdoor landscaped displays, plants, garden supplies, outdoor furniture supplying customers from all over the Midwest. VGhome features gorgeous home furnishing... MORE INFO