The South Coast Botanic Garden is a great place to briefly
escape life in the urban sprawl and reconnect with nature. Unfortunately, for
many, it’s also a well-kept secret.
Located in beautiful Palo Verdes, the South Coast Botanic Garden is sometimes
referred to as “the jewel of the Peninsula.” The 87-acre public garden is
home to more than 200,000 plants and 2,000 species of plants from around the
world, which also serves as an oasis for more than 200 species that make the
garden their home or use it as a stop during their annual migration. The
botanic garden includes many themed specialty gardens, including the Japanese
Garden, Fuchsia Garden, Herb Garden, Children’s Garden, and 2-acre James J.
White Rose Garden.
The South Coast Botanic Garden has a unique history as one of the world's first botanical gardens to be
developed over a sanitary landfill. It was first created on the site of a
sanitary landfill in 1961 by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors at
the request of a citizen’s group. The site had operated as an open-pit mine
from 1929-1956 before it was sold and then became the site of a creative and
innovative land reclamation project, transforming it into an urban oasis for
all to share.
One could probably spend an entire day taking photographs on the garden’s
extensive walking trails, but there is certainly much more to experience. The
South Coast Botanic Garden offers a number of adult and family programs,
workshops, and tours. Many groups use the various event spaces available
including an amphitheater, picnic areas, and wedding gazebos. Many visit the
South Coast Botanic Garden when in the mood for a quiet and peaceful
afternoon.
For the latest photos and albums from the botanic garden, as well as updates
and event information, check out their Facebook page, or take a virtual tour on the garden’s official website.
South Coast Botanic Garden 26300 Crenshaw Blvd.
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Phone: (310) 544-1948
Website:www.Southcoastbotanicgarden.org
