Fountain Garden

The Fountain Garden is a focal point at Klehm. It is a favorite wedding ceremony location in Rockford, IL.

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Fountain Garden Streetview
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Fountain Garden Panorama, Manny Han, 2015, From the collection of: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
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A panoramic view of the Fountain Garden shows what a beautiful backdrop it is for weddings and other social events. Three summer concerts are held here annually.

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Covert Logia Streetview
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The Fountain Garden is colorful in spring, summer and fall!, From the collection of: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
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Garden beds change seasonally. This year, fushcia and cranberry mums were added to brighten the area for fall weddings.

Fountains, 2015, From the collection of: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
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The Fountains are spraying from summer through fall and are a favorite spot for kids to frolic on warm summer days.

Covert Gazebo, 2015, From the collection of: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
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An array of perennial color brightens the Wisteria covered Covert loggia and pavilion. Huge hanging baskets of annuals accentuate the graceful arches.

Beautiful Flower Beds in July, 2015, From the collection of: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
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Islands of mixed shrubs, grasses and perennials flank the fountains at the rear of the garden.

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The fall of 1994 saw the completion of the Fountain Garden and the dedication of the fountains, provided by funds donated by the Winnebago County Garden Center. The Woodward Governor Company dedicated the loggia and pavilion in memory of past CEO Calvin C. Covert.

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