Adelaide Botanic Garden in Adelaide, South Australia | Botanical garden

Adelaide Botanic Garden

Locality: Adelaide, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8222 9311

Address: North Terrace 5000 Adelaide, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.botanicgardens.sa.gov.au

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25.01.2022 On this hot day, we thought we'd share a cooling photo. This lush little corner of Adelaide Botanic Garden can be found in the Bicentennial Conservatory, where the trees tower overhead and the smell of green is all around. Swimmingly lazily under the water lilies are orange-coloured fish and if you linger a while, you might hear the banjo frogs singing their songs. Plan your visit here: https://bit.ly/ABG_PYV

25.01.2022 Tune into Gardening Australia TONIGHT at 7:30pm and join Botanic Gardens of South Australia's Collections Development Officer, John Sandham, for a walk and talk with Sophie Thomson around the ever-popular Palm House. An exquisite, painstakingly restored Victorian glasshouse imported from Germany in 1875, the Palm House is thought to be the only one of its kind still in existence! Watch tonight or catch up on iView and learn about the building's incredible cultural and archite...ctural history and the spectacular botanical collections within. ----- 7:30pm Friday 16 October 2020 and repeated at 1:30pm Sunday 18 October 2020 on ABC TV + iview or stream via https://www.abc.net.au/gardening/

24.01.2022 The wait is killing us, but we're pretty sure our asparagus-looking friend will burst into bloom any day now! The Agave is monocarpic, meaning that it will flower once and then die, so once it blooms, it'll be well worth a visit

24.01.2022 To honour those who have fallen, Flanders Poppies (Papaver rhoeas) were planted in the Garden of Contemplation, near the Ginkgo Gate. They have started to bloom just in time for this Remembrance Day. #LestWeForget

23.01.2022 In line with the state government's announcement that South Australia will enter into lockdown to help contain Adelaide's COVID-19 outbreak, Adelaide, Mount Lofty and Wittunga Botanic Gardens will all be closed until Wednesday 25 November, 2020. While the gardens are closed, the plants will keep growing, flowers will still bloom and be enjoyed by bees, butterflies and birds ... and all the beauty will be here waiting for you when the gates can open again. Until then, kee...p safe and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Photo: Aaron Harrison

22.01.2022 It's back! Moonlight Cinema will return to leafy Botanic Park this summer with a season of hit movies. Lounge back in the beautiful setting, pack a picnic or treat yourself to delicious food and drinks from the on-site kitchen and bar. The December program has just been released so see what's on, and get your friends, family or date organised for a night to remember! ... https://www.moonlight.com.au/

22.01.2022 Have you heard the news? WOMADelaide is going ahead in 2021 but not in Botanic Park. While we’re devastated we won’t be hosting thousands of visitors and artists in beautiful Botanic Park next year, we’re also delighted that the WOMADelaide team are able to present this important event in a 're-imagined' COVID-safe format. In 2021, WOMADelaide will feature Australian headline artists across four sunset concerts in picturesque King Rodney Park / Ityamai-itpina.... For information and to register for exclusive pre-sale tickets visit: www.womadelaide.com.au While this is unfortunate news for the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium, we look forward to working with the WOMADelaide team to deliver another fantastic WOMAD in Botanic Park in 2022 which will be the event’s 30th anniversary year since its first outing in Botanic Park in 1992!!

22.01.2022 This blushing beauty, Yarldarlba, grows in the western part of South Australia on deep red sands and rocky hillslopes.... but you don't need to go on a road trip to see it in person - just visit Adelaide Botanic Garden! Its sea anemone-esque flowers range from yellow to vibrant red but we reckon this pale pink bloom is a winner. Thanks to visitor aharro74 (on instagram) for this gorgeous photo of Eucalyptus youngiana.

19.01.2022 A quick wisteria update for you! The arbours are still looking very pretty.... but are coming to an end. With just a few flowers left to bloom, this is your last week to see them looking at their best. See you soon!

18.01.2022 With just a few days left of the school holidays, take this opportunity to experience a real 'secret garden'. Children will delight in exploring winding pathways in the Australian Forest, hidden lawns tucked away, running the through wisteria arbour and racing leaves in water. To fill hungry tummies, The Gardens Cafe, Kiosk & Events offer a tasty kids menu, as well as coffee and meals for grown-ups.

18.01.2022 (GREAT) NEWS: In line with the state government’s most recent health advice, we are delighted to advise that Adelaide, Mount Lofty and Wittunga Botanic Gardens will be open tomorrow in accordance with the State Coordinator’s directions! Evidence suggests getting out into nature works wonders for our physical and mental wellbeing. Botanic gardens are wonderful places in nature where we can connect with plants and our natural environment and we look forward to welcoming you. ... When visiting, please be sure to adhere to the up-to-date directions, which are available at https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au. Please also ensure you maintain social distancing (1 person per 4 square meters) and stay home if you’re at all unwell. See you soon!

17.01.2022 We’re inviting you, our community, to share your thoughts on exciting enhancements to Adelaide Botanic Garden! The proposed changes are designed to: Enrich visitor experience Improve garden infrastructure and amenities Revitalise and protect living plant collections... Protect cultural and architectural heritage assets Integrate with the new Lot Fourteen global innovation precinct Find out more and have your say via a short online survey or on the discussion board at http://bit.ly/ABGMasterplan. Your input will help shape the final Adelaide Botanic Garden Masterplan 2020, which will guide future infrastructure investment and development in Adelaide Botanic Garden. The opportunity to offer feedback closes at 12am on Thursday 19 November 2020. ----- Yoursay South Australia

15.01.2022 We would like to say a big thank you to the SA branch of the Australian Garden History Society for gifting us this wonderful replica Wardian Case. These nifty cabinets were used many moons ago to safely house exotic plant collections on long voyages both overseas and within Australia. Their secret is that they maintain a small ecosystem; the sealed box means that no water is lost, allowing plants to survive for many months where fresh water is sparse. These cases also o...nce lined the Main Walk of Adelaide Botanic Garden, providing a snug home for cacti collections. They were sadly removed in 1882 due to vandalism and theft of the fascinating contents within. You will be able to see this little piece of history up close when we display it in the garden and at our workshops in the future. Thanks again for this unique gift, Australian Garden History Society! See more

13.01.2022 We hope you're enjoying your long weekend! If you're thinking about a visit today, we're open 9:00am to 6:30pm

13.01.2022 The wisteria blooms may have come to an end, but you can still walk through arches dripping with gorgeous at Adelaide Botanic Garden. The delicate scent of this Jasmine arch in the economic garden is divine - Trachelospermum jasminoides 'variergatum'. The star jasmine arch at the opposite end of the economic garden will be in bloom soon too.

12.01.2022 Have you visited the Sunken Garden? It's a bit of a hidden secret, with a pond that is brimming with a variety of water lilies in different colours. There are a couple of benches there too, making it a peaceful place to eat your lunch or to simply sit and be. Find it in the south east corner of the garden, behind the National Wine Centre (H14 on the map). https://bit.ly/ABG_PYV

12.01.2022 Want to commit to doing your part of the environment? Learn to develop your own low-waste urban lifestyle with our 2-day Permaculture workshop! Renowned plantswoman, Pam Gurner-Hall, will teach you how to design a system for sustainable living by: Growing your own food Recycling waste Reducing your energy use... Secure your place now! http://bit.ly/PermaWS_Oct2020

08.01.2022 It's National NAIDOC week, a time to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Australian Aboriginal people have an intricate understanding of the Australian environment, and a rich knowledge of plants developed over many thousands of years. Plants have been used for food, hunting, medicine, tools, ceremonies and in most other aspects of traditional life. ... In Adelaide Botanic Garden, you can find an ancient hollow tree in the Aussie Forest. The species is known as Karra to Kaurna people, and is now also known as River Red Gum or Eucalyptus camaldulensis. Burnt trunks like this were used as a basis for a shelter, made cosy and snug by blocking off openings exposed to the weather, and lining the floor with bark and animal fur rugs. A veranda, made of leaves, bark and branches extended the size of the shelter. The tree shelters - or wattowadli - were traditionally used in winter as family groups moved inland to escape the cold winds and flooded wetlands near the coast. Do you have a Karra near your place? They are such magnificent trees! #NAIDOC2020 #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

07.01.2022 Join your favourite fairytale characters for a night of laughter and intrigue under the stars at Adelaide Botanic Garden. In this thrilling new musical production, follow familiar names from English folklore and the Brothers Grimm to find out what happens after 'happily ever after'! The event is suitable for primary school aged children and big kids alike, who will experience the magic of the garden after dark. ... Doors open at 6.30pm, so pack a picnic (or pre-purchase one from the The Gardens Cafe, Kiosk & Events) and soak up the natural ambience by relaxing on the lawns before the outdoor performance begins. Wed 4 - Sat 7 November | 7.30pm - 10pm | $35 ($30 concession) Get your tickets here http://bit.ly/ABGIntoTheWoods Presented by Elephant in the Room Productions and the Botanic Gardens of South Australia as part of the Botanica Lumina program, with support from SA Power Networks.

05.01.2022 We're surprised it can fly with that heavy load! The Cactus and Succulent Garden is clearly the place to bee Now that December has arrived, Adelaide Botanic Garden is open until 7pm every night. Picnic dinner anyone? https://bit.ly/ABG_PYV

03.01.2022 We’re thrilled with yesterday’s 2020-21 State Budget allocation of $12.2 million for Adelaide and Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens, and Botanic Park. This significant investment will help us improve your experience in these much-loved outdoor spaces, with increased accessibility for visitors and vital upgrades to public amenities. At Adelaide Botanic Garden, funding will boost night lighting and security, allowing for more exciting after-dark events throughout the calendar year.... The heritage value of the Goodman Building and Tram Barn A will be safeguarded, with the implementation of critical building works to ensure their longevity. At Botanic Park, upgrades to irrigation and utilities will enable us to continue to host world-class events and activities. Visitors will also benefit from improved car parking and path upgrades at Mount Lofty Botanic Garden. We are excited to share the progress of these improvements with you in the months to come!

02.01.2022 Are you looking to control pests or improve the health of the plants in your garden? Join Botanic Educator, Ian Wilson, for our interactive Sunday afternoon Kitchen Garden workshop, 'Pests and Disease'. Learn how to diagnose your plants' problems Understand symptoms of nutrient deficiency Explore ways to manage pests in an environmentally friendly way, reducing the need for pesticides... Adelaide Botanic Garden | Sunday 25 October 2020 Book tickets >> https://bit.ly/ABGKitchenworkshops

02.01.2022 Lilies around the Main Lake/ Kainka Wirra are adding warm pops of colour to the idyllic scenery at the moment. Mood-boosting walks await you at Adelaide Botanic Garden.