Brick, dirt and paved paths curved in half circles, leading walkers to mini-gardens and tiny gazebos. Sprinklers watered the flora, which showed doting care, but generally, the area had an overgrown feel. The land is named after Cornelius J. Hauck, former Cincinnati Park Board president, who nurtured the fauna and lived on the acres. When he died in 1957, Hauck donated the park to the Cincinnati Park Board with a lifetime estate provision. His wife lived there until 1985, and now their house serves as Cincinnati Horticultural Society headquarters.
Butterflies are plentiful in the wildflower garden.
Right now, the wildflower garden is in full bloom. Daylily, Hostas, daffodils and dahlias also have their own space. Although the early blossoms have weathered, the gardens promise a spectacular spring show. Each tree is labeled with their scientific name, common name, family and natural origin. Flowers aren't labeled as meticulously, but know that several imported species grow in the park's soil.