Botanical Garden

If you enjoy nature and visiting Birmingham, Alabama, the Birmingham Botanical Garden must be on your list. It has covered over 67.5 acres of land, and the garden is a sanctuary to 12,000 plus selected species of plants, which place it among the top botanical garden in the United States. It has a diverse range of flora and fauna and a stunning landscape design. The garden attracts visitors all year.

Origin:

The Botanical Garden of Birmingham was established in 1963, by a group of the local community who wished for a public garden to recognise the natural beauty of the territory.

Over the years, the garden has spread and developed, with new areas and collections being added regularly. It has grown into Alabama's best famous attraction, attracting over 350,000 visitors each year.

Popular locations include:

• One of the garden's most popular areas is the Japanese Garden, which was designed by a Japanese landscape architect and opened in 2013.

• The botanical garden features a koi pond, a tea house, a waterfall, and a diverse range of Japanese plants which included trees like cherry, azaleas, and bamboo.  It's a tranquil spot, perfect for meditation and reflection

• Another important part of the garden is the Southern Living Garden, which highlights the best of Southern horticulture. Here, you can see a number of plants local to the region, like magnolias, camellias, and hydrangeas, arranged in a formal garden design. It's a beautiful and inspiring space, especially for gardeners looking for ideas for their own landscapes.

Gardens:

The Birmingham Botanical Garden also has a number of other gardens and collections, including: 

• The Fern Glade
• The Rose Garden
• The Gardens of Collections. 

The latter features over 30 individual gardens, each with its own theme or plant collection, such as the Native Plants Garden, the Mediterranean Garden, and the Herb Garden.

Events:

In additament to the gardens, the Birmingham Botanical Garden hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year, such as plant sales, educational programs, and seasonal festivals. 

The garden's education department offers classes and workshops on topics such as gardening, bird watching, and plant propagation.

Conclusion:

Overall, the Birmingham Botanical Garden is a true treasure of Alabama, that allows visitors to merge themselves with nature's beauty and diversity. 

Whether you're a seasoned planter or simply appreciate the outdoors, a visit to this botanical paradise is sure to inspire and delight.

You can find more about the botanical gardens of Birmingham, Alabama on its official website bbgardens.org or call (205) 414-3950.