Wellfield Botanical Garden

Wellfield Botanic Garden is located in Elkhart Indiana. This garden is open year-round to celebrate plant life in all four seasons. The grounds are also filled with water features, sculptures, and structures to enjoy. The seasons of Wellfield are Winter Wonderland, Spring Splendor, Sensational Summer, and Fabulous Fall. Each season comes with its own unique plant life and activities. Wellfield is known for its beautiful lights display put on during the holidays. You can purchase tickets for the light show on their website.During Spring and Summer Wellfield hosts a collection of events including a summer concert series, exercise classes, and evenings in the garden. In 2025 they will open their brand new event and visitors center as part of their mission to ‘Grow Community’. 

Potawatomi Conservatory

Most visitors to Potawatomi Park are there to visit the zoo, but the conservatory is an underrated gem you should be stopping to see. The Conservatory was built in the 1960s by  Lord & Burnham, one of the 20th century’s pre-eminent designers of greenhouses, and is maintained to ensure it can be enjoyed for generations to come. Stepping inside you will feel like you’ve entered a tropical oasis. Wandering through the winding paths you will see many tropical fauna climbing to the ceiling. The neatest part of the conservatory is the Arizona Dessert Dome. This sunken area is filled with cacti, agave, and other arid plant species you won’t normally find in Indiana. 

Wedding and Events

All three of these incredible gardens serve as wedding and event venues. They each offer unique landscapes and spaces to make your event stand out. They also support local photographers using the spaces for photoshoots. Check out their websites to learn more about events and photography sessions.