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The castle on the grounds of Yew Dell Botanical Gardens in Crestwood, Ky. July 12, 2022. 

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — More than just plants are growing at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens in Crestwood, Kentucky.

Wednesday, Yew Dell announced a $5 million project to construct the Castle Gardens. The project aims at transforming the area around the iconic castle, adding beautiful new gardens, water features and educational opportunities. 

"This will be a truly transformative project in the growth and development of Yew Dell Botanical Gardens," Executive Director Dr. Paul Cappiello said. "Working with one of the most creative design firms in the country, a national caliber Yew Dell staff, and support from donors across this community, the Castle Gardens project will kick off the next 20 years of growth of this remarkable organization."

The project is estimated to be completed by 2025. 

Yew Dell offers display gardens, educational programs, community events, plant research and hiking trails. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 

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