Long ago, before the first flower bloomed in the Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens, a gentle dragon named Willow made her home in the heart of what would become the Lost Hollow Children’s Garden…

Explore the magical world of Willow, the gentle dragon who protects Lost Hollow at Daniel Stowe Conservancy in Stowe Executive Director John Searby’s first children’s book, The Guardian of Lost Hollow! The Guardian of Lost Hollow is illustrated by renowned artist Brett Blumenthal in dazzling, watercolor that perfectly captures the enchantment of The Gardens at Stowe.

Now available in-store at Big Leaf Café, The Farmhouse Garden Center and The Trailhead Store, this is a story of wonder, courage and the unseen guardians who keep wild places safe.

Each purchase supports the Kimbrell Lost Hollow Children’s Garden, Prairie Castle Playground, Adventure Trail and Daniel Stowe Conservancy’s nonprofit mission to inspire a love of nature and its beauty through unforgettable outdoor experiences.