الواثق عبدالله12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews الواثق has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleLockerly Arboretum
- Visited on: Weekend
- Wait time: No wait
Lockerly Arboretum
How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%81+51.5Reliability 28%91+25.7Replies to reviews 8%7+0.6Experts Score= 78Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.78SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#6 of 17 garden centersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 69%
4.8 ★★★★★ 157 Google reviews · 24 photos
83%five-star reviews
4.85★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review
Lockerly Arboretum at a glance
Visitors praise the paved walking trails, historic Rose Hill mansion tours, and seasonal holiday light displays. Staff are described as friendly and helpful, often providing directions or driving guests to picnic areas. The grounds feature diverse trees, a pond, and educational elements. Common criticisms include limited operating hours, early closures, and difficulty reaching management for inquiries. Some reviewers noted trail maintenance issues like exposed roots or storm damage.
- Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 157 reviews (83% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 157 Google reviews (89 with written comments, 29 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 7, 2026.
- Service: Garden Center serving Milledgeville, Georgia.
Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.
Score profile vs other garden centers
Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Lockerly Arboretum: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Lockerly Arboretum: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 74.A
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 58.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 88.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Lockerly Arboretum: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Lockerly Arboretum: 7/100 on this factor. Category median: 40.F
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Star ratings
157 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars13083%
- 4 stars2113%
- 3 stars32%
- 2 stars11%
- 1 star21%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 89 written reviews
- Praise2195%
- Complaints15%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude1673%
- Quality & results314%
- Communication15%
- Price & value15%
- Would recommend15%
What customers talk about
We read 89 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The grounds have a nice small asphalt path that you can walk.”
“Jcollins does such great work and the location was a great choice.”
“…o drive us from the parking lot to the picnic area in her golf cart, explaining the history of the place and how they have trees from all over the wor…”
“If you enjoy beautiful trees and grounds this is a must, and so affordable.”
“Highly recommend stopping by the Lockerly Arboretum for a tour while in Milledgeville!”
People customers mention
- Hill 4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
What reviewers say about Lockerly Arboretum
From 24 detailed written reviews; every point below is quoted in at least one review.
- Mentioned most: Place & ambience (20 praise); Would recommend (7 praise); Friendly & courteous (5 praise).
- Value for money: 2 said worth it.
- Returning customers: 1 reviewers say they used Lockerly Arboretum before.
👍 “Such a beautiful place to visit!”
👍 “Overall a very enjoyable place”
👍 “Friendly and helpful”
👎 “Could use some attention”
Recent reviews
PennyLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Such a beautiful place to visit! My husband and I enjoyed the beautiful grounds and the tour of Rose Hill. The tour of the house is only $5. The grounds have a nice small asphalt path that you can walk. If you enjoy beautiful trees and grounds this is a must, and so affordable.
StevePottsLocal Guide · 601 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Founded as a non-profit organization in 1965 by Edward J. Grassmann, a wealthy industrialist who owned the American Industrial Clay Company. He established the foundation to preserve the land's natural beauty and promote environmental education. The property centers around "Rose Hill," a historic Greek Revival…
DavidLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Great place to enjoy an afternoon stroll through a park. The walking paths for the most part smooth and easy to traverse. There are a few primitive paths that are in good shape and well worth the walk. Overall a very enjoyable place to spend an afternoon.
JoanneLocal Guide · 275 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★
We were pleased with our visit to the gardens. We plan to return when Rose Hill is open for tours. Its an easy hike around to see the different areas. We took a trail that could use some attention, many exposed roots covered with leaves are toe stubbers. The woman in the office that gave us directions on the…
jasonLocal Guide · 169 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★
A historic home, open for tours on Saturday. 5 dollars for the home tour. Tours every hour. 12, 1, 2, etc. Maybe starting a little earlier when the place opens 10? The gardens are free to walk around. Small, maybe an hour or so to walk around. Pretty nice. They have a conifer garden and several camellias. A nice…
BeachLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★
Beautifully preserved historical home and the grounds are very nice to walk around.
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Customer reviews
4.8 ★★★★★ 157 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
Penny JohnsonLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Penny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleSuch a beautiful place to visit! My husband and I enjoyed the beautiful grounds and the tour of Rose Hill. The tour of the house is only $5. The grounds have a nice small asphalt path that you can walk. If you enjoy beautiful trees and grounds this is a must, and so affordable.
- Visited on: Weekend
- Wait time: No wait
- Reservation recommended: No
StevePottsLocal Guide · 601 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews StevePotts has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleFounded as a non-profit organization in 1965 by Edward J. Grassmann, a wealthy industrialist who owned the American Industrial Clay Company. He established the foundation to preserve the land's natural beauty and promote environmental education. The property centers around "Rose Hill," a historic Greek Revival antebellum mansion built in 1852 by Judge Daniel R. Tucker. For more interesting and historic reviews, please click on my name. Thanks.
David D'AmoreLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreat place to enjoy an afternoon stroll through a park. The walking paths for the most part smooth and easy to traverse. There are a few primitive paths that are in good shape and well worth the walk. Overall a very enjoyable place to spend an afternoon.
- Visited on: Weekday
- Wait time: No wait
- Reservation recommended: Not sure
Mark BainLocal Guide · 472 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleNice place to get out in nature. Easy walking.
- Visited on: Weekday
- Wait time: No wait
- Reservation recommended: No
Joanne ShedrickLocal Guide · 275 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joanne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWe were pleased with our visit to the gardens. We plan to return when Rose Hill is open for tours. Its an easy hike around to see the different areas. We took a trail that could use some attention, many exposed roots covered with leaves are toe stubbers. The woman in the office that gave us directions on the grounds was friendly and helpful. 2 sets of bathrooms which were conveniently located and clean. The grounds is free and well worth visiting. Kids may enjoy the grounds as they are not difficult to walk. A lovely picnic area too.
- Visited on: Weekday
- Wait time: No wait
- Reservation recommended: No
jason fitzpatrickLocal Guide · 169 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews jason has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleA historic home, open for tours on Saturday. 5 dollars for the home tour. Tours every hour. 12, 1, 2, etc. Maybe starting a little earlier when the place opens 10? The gardens are free to walk around. Small, maybe an hour or so to walk around. Pretty nice. They have a conifer garden and several camellias. A nice little place to visit. The walking trail is paved and there is another trail with gravel.
- Visited on: Weekday
- Wait time: No wait
- Reservation recommended: No
Beach LadyLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Beach has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleBeautifully preserved historical home and the grounds are very nice to walk around.
- Visited on: Weekend
- Wait time: Up to 10 min
- Reservation recommended: No
Robert SmithLocal Guide · 604 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Googlewalk through lights and very nice
- Visited on: Weekend
- Wait time: No wait
- Reservation recommended: Yes
Nathalie BoelenLocal Guide · 301 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nathalie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleBeautiful lights! If you haven't been, get your tickets before they are sold out!
- Visited on: Weekday
- Wait time: No wait
Business details
- Address: 1534 Irwinton Rd, Milledgeville, GA 31061
- Phone: (478) 452-2112
- Website: lockerly.org
- Service area: Milledgeville, GA