Stories from the Botanic Gardens

From what's blooming to the latest botanical science research, discover the stories that make the Botanic Gardens unforgettable places for science, horticulture and leisure.

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Bird on puyas at the bmbg
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Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah

From the sapphire towers of the blue puya to a surprised and king parrot - the recent rain has the Blue Mountain Botanic Garden Mount Tomah looking lush and gorgeous.

Horticulture
Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan lawn
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Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan

The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan is the ultimate space to explore the great outdoors and the talented team of horticulturists maintain all 416 hectares of it.

Orchid flowers

We’re getting overexcited for orchids this month, and bring you orchid information and growing 101 so you can go crazy for orchids too.

Horticulture
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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

At the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, there are 3,957 trees, but some have reached a higher ‘celebrity’ status than others.

Horticulture
Boy gardening

Gardens of sensory delights are trending across Australia because of their unique education experiences and lighthearted approach to designing a beautiful space.

Gardening tips
Wildflower Meadow at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Horticulturalist’s from across the Garden have worked together this winter on the biannual meadow display to ensure this popular area of the Garden blossoms. 

Horticulture
ANZAC Day crowds at the Domain
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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

The Domain has always been a popular with the people of Sydney as a space for concerts and festivals, political rallys and cultural events. 

History
Sandstone Stolen Generations Memorial of a First Nations Family surrounded by trees by artist Badger Bates

The Stolen Generations are a focal issue for Aboriginal reconciliation in Australia. Every year, the country comes together to show its respect for the Stolen Generations.

First Nations
Community Greetings
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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Community Greening is one of the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney’s most celebrated and awarded outreach gardening programs. 

Horticulture
Dahlia display

Dahlias are considered one of the most spectacular garden flowers because of their unbelievable variety and the Blue Mountains Garden Mount Tomah has a dazzling collection. 

Bunya Pine
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Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan

Summer heralds the sounds of loud thuds at the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan, as the Bunya Pine begin to drop their cones. 

Horticulture
Black beans

New research from the Garden’s Evolutionary Ecology team combines cultural and scientific knowledge to reveal plant stories from the past.

Horticulture