Yes, Elisabeth Carey Miller Botanical Garden is spread around five acres of land from which one can overlook the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains. The garden is surrounded by the conifer woodland and grand open views:

http://www.millergarden.org/

A naturalistic approach has been used in this garden which promotes texture and form over the flowers

Elisabeth Carey Miller Botanical Garden Trust is in place which was established to preserve and continue this remarkable botanical garden in Seattle.

The garden is known for its exceptional collection of rare and unusual trees and shrubs. In addition, the garden also exhibits its expansive collection and vast array of woodland herbaceous perennials.

The garden has been very well maintained and extends some of the most intensive horticultural displays:

http://www.millergarden.org/garden/garden.html

Packing varies greatly for both the winter and the summer seasons. This difference is not only for the clothes and accessories but in fact also arises for the activities and places that you are going to visit and take part in. Here are some things that should be kept in mind.

- Hot weather is observed between months of June, July and September.

- You should prepare yourself for heat and humidity.

- You should pack your lightweight cloths with you.

- Bring your hat, shorts and sandals with you.

- To keep yourself away from sun your can also carry an umbrella with you.

- Although it is less rain expected in summer but for October you need to have water resistant shoes and over coat.

- Do pack a camera to capture greenery and beautiful sites of Seattle.

Do visit http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/North_America/United_States_of_America/Washington_State/Seattle-894670/Packing_Lists-Seattle-The_Full_Works-BR-1.html for further details.