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Houston Botanic Garden, Houston, TX

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Houston Botanic Garden

A 132-acre public garden in Houston's Park Place area with display gardens, natural ecosystems, and walking trails.

1 Botanic Lane, Houston, TX 77017 · Houston, TX

About Houston Botanic Garden

The garden sits along Sims Bayou and is organized into two main areas, the Island and the South Gardens, joined by a bridge. Visitors can explore themed plant collections, a culinary garden, natural wetlands and prairie, and a family discovery garden with water play. Its stated mission centers on plant conservation, education, and enriching lives through discovery. Programs, festivals, and seasonal events run throughout the year.

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