Haywards Heath, United Kingdom
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At Wakehurst, the more untamed sibling of the Royal Botanical Gardens Kew, Glow Wild is back for its eleventh anniversary celebration. You'll find beautifully crafted winter lanterns and enchanting light displays, featuring a massive owl, scattered throughout the gardens. Plus, children under four can enter for free! This year, there's an exciting new route that will welcome visitors on Christmas Eve for the very first time. Christmas light experience: discover a magical woodland path adorned with enchanting lights and lantern displays at Glow Wild.
Chelmsford, United Kingdom
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RHS Garden Hyde Hall in Chelmsford, United Kingdom. Spanning 365 acres, this serene retreat features a wonderful variety of garden styles, blending both traditional and contemporary designs. Notable attractions include the Dry Garden, showcasing an impressive collection of drought-tolerant plants, and the Hilltop Garden, adorned with beautiful roses and vibrant herbaceous borders.
Horsham, United Kingdom
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Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens in Horsham, United Kingdom is the historic 750-acre estate.
George, South Africa
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The Garden Route Botanical Garden, established in 1996 at the base of the Outeniqua Mountains, came to life after the George Local Municipality granted permission to the BotSoc’s Garden Route Branch for its creation. Visitors can explore a well-marked collection of trees from the Southern Cape forests. This garden serves as a vital habitat for wildlife, hosting 52 species of butterflies, 26 species of damselflies, 10 species of frogs, 600 plant species, and 146 bird species.
Durban, South Africa
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Durban Botanic Gardens holds the title of Africa's oldest botanical garden still in existence. It was originally founded next to the Umgeni River in 1849 and relocated in 1851 to a more suitable 15-hectare area on the lower slopes of Berea, close to the city center. The garden is well-known for its most notable curator, John Medley Wood (1827-1915), who played a key role in the conservation of the rare cycad, Encephalartos woodii.
Thohoyandou, South Africa
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Thohoyandou Botanical Garden spanning 89 hectares, the garden primarily features the Soutpansberg mountain bushveld and was previously overseen by Eric Netshuingani, a retired ethnobotanical expert and the founder of the Venda Herbarium. The future vision includes enhancing the plant collections that are showcased and preserved, with a particular emphasis on Limpopo's unique flora.
Kwelera River Mouth, South Africa
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Kwelera National Botanical Garden (NBG) is the newest addition to SANBI’s collection, being the 10th garden established. Unlike its historic inland counterparts, such as the Makana botanical garden in Grahamstown and the King William’s Town botanical garden, Kwelera is beautifully situated on the Wild Coast near East London.
Roodepoort, South Africa
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Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens, located in Roodepoort, was established in 1982, although it has attracted visitors for leisure since the 1800s. The gardens are framed by the stunning sugarbush ridges, from which the beautiful Witpoortjie falls flow into the grounds.
Pretoria, South Africa
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Pretoria National Botanical Gardens (NBG) spans 76 hectares and was established in 1946 in the eastern suburbs of South Africa's administrative capital. The garden features a striking 35-meter-high quartzite outcrop that divides it into two sections. Visitors can enjoy a paved nature trail that allows them to explore this ridge.
Mbombela, South Africa
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Lowveld National Botanical Garden is situated in Mbombela (formerly known as Nelspruit), where the Crocodile and Nels Rivers meet. The garden offers stunning views of magnificent waterfalls from various lookout points. It features a diverse array of plants native to Limpopo Province, including the famous baobab trees.
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Birmingham, UK
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Glee will take place in Birmingham, UK, during 10-12 September 2024. Glee provides companies with the chance to engage with important buyers and influential guests from the entire garden retail industry, such as garden centers, online shops, and landscape architects.