Tag Archives: Gardens

Rare Water Lilies on Display at Bok Tower Gardens

Posted on September 29, 2012 by john

Can you imagine the pad of a water lily being large enough to support the weight of a small child? I wouldn’t have believed it unless I had seen the photo accompanying the article about Victoria Longwood Hybrid water lilies … Continue reading →

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Otter Exhibit Opens Today at Central Florida Zoo

Posted on September 1, 2012 by john

The latest addition to the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Sanford includes a pair of North American River Otters and an underwater viewing area of the pond and waterfall. Molly, the female otter, was obtained from the Brookgreen … Continue reading →

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A Glimpse of a Bygone Era – the Edison & Ford Estates

Posted on July 10, 2012 by john

During the early 1900s, Thomas Edison and Henry Ford relaxed in adjoining winter estates in Fort Myers that are open to the public for a variety of tours through nine historic buildings, 20 acres of botanical gardens and the Estates … Continue reading →

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Bok Tower Gardens Offers Discovery Activities for Youngsters

Posted on June 27, 2012 by john

Discovery Days – Great Escapes, a literary escape into the Gardens, will be offered on select Wednesdays for children 6-12 at Bok Tower Gardens. The program will combine the wonders of children’s literature and nature. The schedule begins on July … Continue reading →

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Leu Gardens Free For Dads on June 17

Posted on May 29, 2012 by john

June 17 is Fathers Day and The Harry P. Leu Gardens is offering free admission on that day for all dads. This 50-acre botanical garden is a wonderful place to spend the day with your family. http://www.leugardens.org/

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Live at the Gardens: The Friends of Jazz

Posted on May 24, 2012 by john

Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales presents “The Friends of Jazz” as part of its summer music series at 7:30pm on Saturday, June 23. Admission is $20 or $40 for dinner and the concert. The Friends of Jazz is a … Continue reading →

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Leu Gardens: A Hidden Gem

Posted on April 19, 2012 by john

It seems as though the Leu Gardens in Orlando are not very familiar to most people. That’s too bad. A recent visit there was a real eye-opener. This 50-acre estate on the shores of Lake Rowena was donated to the City … Continue reading →

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