Florida Botanical Gardens

The Florida Botanical Gardens is a 182-acre (74 ha) botanical garden located in Largo, Florida. The park showcases flora, fauna, and natural resources in motivational surroundings that promote environmentally friendly techniques.[1]

Florida Botanical Gardens
Boardwalk bridge over McKay Creek at Pinecrest Cultural Center
TypeBotanical garden
LocationLargo, Florida
Coordinates27°53′00″N 82°48′30″W
Area182 acres (74 ha)
OpenedDecember 2, 2000
Websiteflbg.org

History

The idea of the gardens started in 1991 when the Cooperative Extension Service proposed the founding of a new outdoor learning center. The plan gained support from the Pinellas county commission, which pledged $1 million and 13 additional acres for the new facility.[2]

Types of gardens
Christmas displays at the facility

The Wetlands Walkway and Wildlife Overlook were added to the Botanical Gardens in 2018, and give visitors a closer look at the native flora and fauna surrounding its boardwalk trail and viewing areas.[3]

A 2-acre Children's Discovery Garden is set to break ground in 2021 as a park and education space for children and families and will include an outdoor classroom, raised beds and a potting area, a pollinator landing, trails, and play equipment.[4]

See also

References
  1. "Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation". American Public Gardens Association. Retrieved December 16, 2019.
  2. "Garden History". Florida Botanical Gardens. Retrieved December 8, 2019.
  3. "New walkway opens to visitors at Florida Botanical Gardens". TBNweekly. May 14, 2018. Retrieved August 13, 2021.
  4. George, Logan Mosby (April 7, 2021). "Something new blooming at Botanical Gardens". TBNweekly. Retrieved August 13, 2021.
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