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| The tranquility and beauty of Heathcote Botanical Garden in St. Lucie County, Florida awaits you. Photo credit: sandrafriend@flickr.com. |
The
Treasure Coast is blessed with varied ecosystems making it a great
vacation destination for nature lovers. In addition to the natural
preserves and refuges, there are a number of attractions that offer the
visitor the opportunity to learn more about our environment and to get “up
close and personal” with flora and fauna they may not otherwise
have the opportunity to experience.
Heathcote Botanical Gardens (HBG), located
in St. Lucie County, Florida, is one such attraction. HBC consists of an assortment of specialty gardens
including a Japanese garden, a reflection garden, herb garden, rainforest
display, a native plants garden and a palm and cycad walk garden. Of special note is the Jim J. Smith Bonsai Collection which is
reported to be the largest in the world. There are many individuals who had a role this world-class exhibit. Tune in for the show to find out who they were. Some of the names may surprise you!
Talkin’
Tourism constantly strives to find unique and interesting attractions that help
create “one of a kind” destinations. This week's show won't disappoint.
HBC executive
director Amy Dahan, along with members of her staff and volunteers, will
share the unique experiences and educational
opportunities found at Heathcote Botanical Gardens. Expected to appear as guests are:
Bonsai curator, Patrick Giacobbe; organic garden coordinator, Adina
Lehman; and education coordinator Nan Billings. If you are in to plants
and all things green, this is a show you will not want to miss.
In
addition to strolling the grounds of Heathcote Botanical
Gardens, hosts Robin Hicks-Connors and Gary Guertin will have the usual (and sometimes unusual),
updates on Treasure Coast and Bahamas happenings, travel tips and much
more.
See you in 'the green' of Heathcote Botanical Gardens!
