The James J. Smith Bonsai Gallery at Heathcote Botanical Gardens
Look what's in bloom in the Bonsai Gallery!
In October 2009, Bonsai Master Jim Smith donated 100 of his finest trees to Heathcote Botanical Gardens, on the condition that they would be displayed, secured, and maintained properly. Master Smith envisioned a garden where visitors could stroll and discover a bonsai at every turn. In May 2011, at the Grand Opening of the James J. Smith Bonsai Gallery, Master Smith declared that what was built for his collection exceeded all his expectations.
Heathcote Botanical Gardens consists of an assortment of specialty gardens including a Japanese Garden, Reflection Garden, Herb Garden, Rainforest Display, Native Plants Garden and a Palm & Cycad Walk. These areas convey an atmosphere of individual garden rooms. Through this type of garden design, you will sense the intimacy of this unique botanical garden. Gracing the areas in between these specialty gardens are borders of flowering shrubs, bulbs, trees, vines and other assorted herbaceous plants. Niches found throughout the garden provide varied microclimates, which allows the use of a wide variety of plants ranging from those found in Mediterranean climates to the Tropics.
Get Involved ... Feel Good ... Be A Garden Volunteer!
Volunteer Work Days
Office and Garden Volunteer Work Days are held every Wednesday morning from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to participate regardless of experience. Organic vegetable garden volunteers meet Monday and Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Why Volunteer?
To meet and connect with new and interesting people of all ages
To give back to your community
To become more active, productive and/or sociable
To add a new sense of purpose to your life
To share your skills and knowledge
To become a valuable part of a worthwhile, educational facility
To participate in a meaningful endeavor – the growth of your botanical garden
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