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Australia is a huge country with amazing plants! Did you know there are over 140 botanical gardens in Australia? These special gardens are like living museums for plants. Some gardens, like the Australian National Botanic Gardens, focus only on plants that naturally grow in Australia. These are called native or endemic species, meaning they are found only in Australia. Other gardens have plants from all over the world.

You can find botanical gardens and arboreta (which are like tree gardens) in every state and territory of Australia. Many are run by local governments, and some are even privately owned. They are great places to learn about nature and enjoy beautiful plants!

What Are Botanical Gardens?

Botanical gardens are special places where plants are grown, studied, and displayed. They are not just pretty parks! Scientists, called botanists, work in these gardens to learn about different plants. They study how plants grow, how they reproduce, and what they need to survive.

These gardens often have huge collections of plants. Each plant is usually labeled with its scientific name and where it comes from. This helps visitors learn more about the plants they see.

Why Are Botanical Gardens Important?

Botanical gardens play a super important role in protecting our planet's plants. Here's why they are so special:

  • Saving Rare Plants: Many gardens grow plants that are endangered or very rare. By growing them safely, they help make sure these plants don't disappear forever.
  • Education: They teach people of all ages about plants and nature. You can learn about different plant types, how they help the environment, and even how to grow your own garden.
  • Research: Scientists use these gardens to study plant diseases, how plants adapt to different climates, and how to grow healthier plants. This research helps us understand the natural world better.
  • Beauty and Relaxation: Besides being educational, botanical gardens are beautiful places to visit. They offer peaceful spaces where you can relax, walk, and enjoy nature.

Exploring Australia's Gardens

Australia's botanical gardens are spread across the country, each with its own unique collections and features. Here's a look at some of them by state and territory:

Australian Capital Territory

New South Wales

Northern Territory

Queensland

South Australia

Tasmania

Victoria

  • Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden - Sherbrooke
  • Ballarat Botanical Gardens - Ballarat
  • Benalla Botanical Gardens - Benalla
  • Buninyong Botanic Gardens - Buninyong
  • Camperdown Botanic Gardens - Camperdown
  • Castlemaine Botanic Gardens - Castlemaine
  • Colac Botanic Gardens - Colac
  • Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden - Olinda
  • Geelong Botanic Gardens - Geelong
  • George Pentland Botanic Gardens - Frankston
  • George Tindale Memorial Garden - Sherbrooke
  • Gisborne Botanic Gardens - Gisborne
  • Hamilton Botanic Gardens - Victoria
  • Horsham Rural City Council Botanic Gardens - Horsham
  • Karwarra Australian Native Botanic Garden (Dandenong Ranges) - Kalorama
  • Keilor Botanic Gardens - Keilor
  • Kyneton Botanic Gardens - Kyneton
  • Malmsbury Botanical Gardens - Malmsbury
  • Mornington Botanical Rose Gardens - Mornington
  • Penshurst Botanic Gardens - Penshurst
  • Pirianda Garden - Olinda
  • Portland Botanical Gardens - Portland
  • Port Fairy Botanic Gardens - Port Fairy
  • RJ Hamer Arboretum - Olinda
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - Cranbourne
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - Melbourne
  • Sale Botanic Gardens - Sale
  • St Kilda Botanic Gardens - Melbourne
  • Victoria State Rose Garden (Werribee Park) - Werribee
  • Warrnambool Botanic Gardens - Warrnambool
  • Werribee Park Formal Gardens - Werribee
  • White Hills Botanic Gardens - Bendigo
  • Williamstown Botanic Gardens - Williamstown
  • Wilson Botanic Park - Berwick
  • Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens - Daylesford

Western Australia

External Territories

See also

  • Gardening in Australia
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