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.
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
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The KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden offers a serene green oasis right at the edge of the central business district in Pietermaritzburg, the capital of KwaZulu-Natal. Established in 1874 primarily for cultivating tree seedlings, the garden now emphasizes the rich and diverse plant life found in South Africa’s eastern grasslands, with a special focus on genera like Clivia, Gerbera, Kniphofia, and Watsonia.
Worcester, South Africa
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Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden spans 154 hectares, with 11 hectares featuring formal landscaping. Visitors can explore several hiking trails that meander through the garden's natural flora. The garden's impressive aloe collection is particularly striking in winter, especially when the nearby Hex peaks are dusted with snow. In spring, vibrant vygies and annuals burst into bloom, creating a breathtaking display of colors.
Betty\'s Bay, South Africa
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Harold Porter National Botanical Garden is situated at the base of the Kogelberg in the charming coastal town of Betty’s Bay, located in the Overberg region. The garden features a beautifully designed landscaped area that highlights the distinctive fynbos plants native to the region and other areas, making it one of the most diverse spots in the Cape floristic region. Visitors can enjoy delightful walking trails that meander through the fynbos and wooded ravines, ultimately guiding them to the stunning waterfalls of Disa Kloof and Leopard Kloof.
Namaqualand, South Africa
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Hantam National Botanical Garden offers nine walking trails of varying lengths, allowing them to leisurely explore the beauty of the gardens. The garden is home to approximately 1,350 plant species, with more than 80 being unique to the Bokkeveld plateau. In spring, the garden transforms into a vibrant display of colorful bulbs and annuals.
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Brussels, Netherlands
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Flower Carpet will take place Brussels, Netherlands, during August 2026. The flower carpet at the Grand-Place in Brussels is a stunning example of temporary art, designed to be admired for only four days before it fades away.