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 cimes, stone garden ... MORE INFO

Benson Stone
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

Bud & Sue's Garden Market
(815) 623-6191
11030 Main St.
Roscoe, IL 61073

Everything from perennials and annuals to fresh produce, mulch, lawn ornaments, bird baths, and trellis'.... MORE INFO

Chamberlain's Nursery
(815) 335-7722
8686 Auburn Rd.
Winnebago, IL 61088

Large nursery including pond equipment and supplies; lawn & flower chemicals and furniture. During the fall months, a variety of mazes are available - 5 in all! A rope maze in the shape of a ship,... 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
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
1011 Brooke Rd.
Rockford, IL 61109

Offering a large selection of new perennial varieties for the shade or sun garden. Exquisite quality plant material. The 15th Annual Ellison Perennials Bloom Fest runs: June 29-July 22; Hours are 9 a.... 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
City parking lot behind 1416 N. Main St.
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. Business 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
YMCA of Rock River Valley
200 Y Blvd.
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

Botany experts say there's only one other site in the world comparable to this--in France! The 150 acres of this "living museum" were planted with rare and unusual trees and shrubs in 1910. Today, it ... 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. 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
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

Sinnissippi Park Music Shell
(815) 987-8800
1401 N. 2nd St.
Rockford, IL 61108

Large public park just north of the downtown area on the east side of the Rock River. The large outdoor amphitheater, the Sinnissippi Music Shell is the site of summer concerts, children's programs an... 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
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