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There is plenty for you to enjoy at The Florida Botanical Gardens, a 100-acre park owned and operated by Pinellas County. Day-to-day management and operations fall to the Pinellas CountyParks and Conservation Resources department. Education, fundraising,and events in the Garden are done through the FLBG Foundation

Be sure to visit each of our gardens during your visit! Our gardens are divided into several separate demonstration gardens, including a few formal gardens. Click on the images to see the entire collection for that garden.

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Butterfly Garden

Butterfly gardening is popular among children and adults alike. Located next to our Visitor Center, butterflies are seen year-round in this garden.

Cactus / Succulent Garden

Agave, Prickly Pear, Desert Rose, Night Blooming Cereus and Crown of Thorns are just a few of the many succulents planted here.

Cottage Garden

Reminiscent of an old fashion English garden with heaps of perennial flowers, vines and small shrubs. Trellises are adorned with roses, white Thunbergia, and Pink Pandorea.

Herb Garden

Herbs are commonplace in our kitchens, as well as in medicinal purposes. From Lavender to Chinese Cinnamon, their strong aromas excite the senses.

Jazz Garden

Light and informal, this happy garden that will celebrate the movement and color found in this American style of music. Annuals and perennials add that personal touch of color.

Majeed Discovery Garden

This children's garden connects children to nature while offering educator-led programs as well as free play.

McKay Creek Plaza

The plaza is a work of art in itself, as it is patterns of shell and mosaic. Many social events are held here, including our Holiday Lights in the Gardens.

Native Plant Garden

All Florida native plants, however not necessarily native to Pinellas County. Native annuals, Marlberry, Firebush, Sugarberry, and Stokes Astor are a few natives found here.

Palm Garden

This informal garden has a Florida Beach theme. Including an umbrella covered seating areas, fountain features, and a pavilion off the plaza for groups to gather.

Rose Garden

This intimate space is a celebration of the world's most cherished plant. Roses are displayed with an emphasis on how to grow and care for them in the Florida landscape.

Topiary Garden

This garden is designed to display different forms of topiary and offer a slightly different view of the plant world.

Tropical Courtyard

The walled gardens of southern Florida are inspiration for the Tropical Courtyard. Escape the Florida sun under covered porches, plant-laden arbors and shade-giving trees.

Tropical Fruit Garden

Enjoy a beautiful mural and a seating area as you relax among the Tropical Fruit - including a variety of banana, avocados, mangoes, papayas, and more.

Tropical Walk

Take a walk through our tropical paradise to experience new colors, textures and plants. Featuring plants from Australia, Japan, China, Tropical Islands and South Florida.

The Vinery

The Vinery encompasses several "hubbles" covered with both tropical and temperate vines. Largely non-native - these vines are well adapted and add beauty and utility to the landscape.

Wedding (Celebration) Garden

A popular place for weddings of any size, special events, or any other gathering. The large area is comprised of four small gardens, providing a wonderful backdrop for small celebrations.

Wetlands Walkway and Wildlife Overlook

Traverse a boardwalk in our protected wetlands. Seasonal rains create a diverse aquatic ecosystem that includes ponds and wetlands here at the Florida Botanical Botanical Gardens.