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This New Hampshire garden center is the best in the state, HGTV says

HGTV ranked the best garden centers (also known as nurseries) in the United States and listed one nursery in Raymond, New Hampshire as the best in the state.

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Have you been craving for some inspiration for your garden or a fun weekend trip during the summer?

HGTV ranked the best garden centers (also known as nurseries) in the United States and listed one nursery in Raymond, New Hampshire as the best in the state.

“From multi-generational mom-and-pop businesses to bigger enterprises that haven’t lost their human touch, you can’t go wrong adding one of these garden centers to your bucket list whether you are traveling cross-country or just to the next county,” the Home and Garden Network said.

The New Hampshire pick is known for it’s beautiful gardens that surround the nursery.

Scenic Nursery and Landscaping — Raymond, New Hampshire

HGTV highlighted Scenic Nursery and Landscaping for its manicured and pristine gardens, perfect for a weekend stroll.

“There have been marriages conducted at Scenic and seniors who get their senior photos taken at this beautiful, bountiful New Hampshire oasis,” HGTV said. “Seven acres of trees, shrubs and perennials mean you could make an afternoon of a leisurely stroll through this special nursery and garden experience.”

What can you buy at Scenic Nursery and Landscaping?

But if what you really want to do is shop, then Scenic Nursery and Landscaping is fully stocked with edibles, perennials, annuals, and unique plants.

For example, there are plenty of fruit trees to pick from.

“We carry a full line of semi-dwarf fruit trees – apples, pears, plums, peaches, apricots, cherries – enough for your very own orchard!” Their website said. “Trees provide color, shade, texture and more, as well as the all important cohesion and structure to the landscape.”

How to visit Scenic Nursery and Landscaping

You can find Scenic Nursery and Landscaping at 9 Dudley Road, Raymond, New Hampshire or call them at (603) 895-0236. Their current hours are 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday as well as Sunday. They are closed on Saturdays.

They are a seasonal business, usually opening around mid-March or mid-April and continuing operations until Thanksgiving, after which they go into regular nursery upkeep. However, they are open to visit year-round, weather permitting.

Rin Velasco is a trending reporter. She can be reached at rvelasco@usatodayco.com.

This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald. Reporting by Rin Velasco.

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