Walkabout Gardens, located in Nevada, IA, is a renowned daylily garden and hybridization center. Owned by Nan Merwyn Ripley and her husband Merwyn Ripley, the 10-acre property has been their home since 1965. Nan, a retired Office Manager from Iowa State University, is not only passionate about daylilies but also about family, friends, horses, gardening, watercolor painting, and photography. Although the garden is no longer open for tours after being hit by a storm in 2020, daylilies can still be purchased from their website or by appointment in July.
With 64 daylily introductions to date, Walkabout Gardens is a testament to Nan's dedication and expertise in hybridizing these beautiful flowers. The garden's commitment to safety during the COVID-19 pandemic is evident through their adherence to mask-wearing and social distancing protocols. Nan's career and passion have seamlessly merged, resulting in a stunning collection of daylilies that reflect her faith and love for nature. Walkabout Gardens is a true testament to the beauty that can be achieved when one's career and passion align.
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