Clemson has one of the most beautiful college campuses in the Southeast. Getting out to enjoy that beauty can help improve your mental health. As a horticulture major, I get a better look at the plants and gardens around campus than the average student. These are some of my favorite places to enjoy nature on campus.
President’s Park
If you ever need a place to rest in between classes, President’s Park is a great choice that often gets overshadowed. The landscape shows off the natural beauty of the area and has several benches to sit and do homework. It has a persimmon tree, Florida azaleas and several hydrangeas that make it quite a sight to see in the spring and summer.
The walk around the Reflection Pond
When the reflection pond is full, the path around it is a great walk to get your mind off things or take the long way to class. Some beautiful live oaks hang over the water and provide the perfect shady spot to rest.
Carillion Garden
This garden is a historic landmark for Clemson that overlooks the library and Reflection Pond. Under some large oaks and crepe myrtles, there are some benches where you can relax in the shade.
Spirit Walk to the band field
There are many music-themed plants on the walk to the band field by Brooks. You won’t be disappointed by the landscape, from the silverbell to the trumpet flowers at the awning. It also has an incredible tiger statue and occasionally has some good music brought to you by the Band that Shakes the Southland.
The crossroads near Fort Hill
One of my favorite walks on campus is below the white oaks in the large grassy area by Fort Hill. It creates a canopy that makes for a great picture and helps scale down the size of the buildings nearby. This effect makes the area feel more navigable.
Garden between the Shoeboxes
This area used to be a sustainable garden run by students. Although it’s no longer maintained by the horticulture department, it’s still a great place for on-campus students to relax outside their dorms. It features a unique hexagonal architectural pattern and has a golden rain tree as well as a fig tree.
President’s Park
If you ever need a place to rest in between classes, President’s Park is a great choice that often gets overshadowed. The landscape shows off the natural beauty of the area and has several benches to sit and do homework. It has a persimmon tree, Florida azaleas and several hydrangeas that make it quite a sight to see in the spring and summer.
The walk around the Reflection Pond
When the reflection pond is full, the path around it is a great walk to get your mind off things or take the long way to class. Some beautiful live oaks hang over the water and provide the perfect shady spot to rest.
Carillion Garden
This garden is a historic landmark for Clemson that overlooks the library and Reflection Pond. Under some large oaks and crepe myrtles, there are some benches where you can relax in the shade.
Spirit Walk to the band field
There are many music-themed plants on the walk to the band field by Brooks. You won’t be disappointed by the landscape, from the silverbell to the trumpet flowers at the awning. It also has an incredible tiger statue and occasionally has some good music brought to you by the Band that Shakes the Southland.
The crossroads near Fort Hill
One of my favorite walks on campus is below the white oaks in the large grassy area by Fort Hill. It creates a canopy that makes for a great picture and helps scale down the size of the buildings nearby. This effect makes the area feel more navigable.
Garden between the Shoeboxes
This area used to be a sustainable garden run by students. Although it’s no longer maintained by the horticulture department, it’s still a great place for on-campus students to relax outside their dorms. It features a unique hexagonal architectural pattern and has a golden rain tree as well as a fig tree.
