Welcome to New Jersey
The Garden State By Miranda Troilo
Facts about New Jersey
- The capital of New Jersey is
Trenton
- The nickname for New Jersey is the
Garden state
New Jersey's state tree is the Northern Red Oak
Beautiful Beaches
Have fun in the sun at this beach. Get your bathing suits on and have some fun.
New Jersey State flower the Viola Sororia
New Jersey State Flower - The Common Meadow Violet
Proclaimed New Jersey's state flower in 1971
Botanical name: Viola sororia
New Jersey State Flag
The State flag of New Jersey is buff colored. The state coat of arms is emblazoned in the center. The shield has three plows with a horse's head above it. Two women represent the goddesses of Liberty and Agriculture.
New Jersey State Seal
New Jersey's state seal was designed by Pierre Eugene du Simitiere and presented in May of 1777. The horse head stands for speed and strength, and is the state animal. The helmet of a knight's suit of armor faces forward representing sovereignty for a state that governs itself.