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The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens welcomes visitors to enjoy a new tropical adventure in a completely renovated greenhouse.
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens welcomes visitors to enjoy a new tropical adventure in a completely renovated greenhouse.

Botanical Gardens opens new tropical orchard exhibit after complete greenhouse renovation

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Tue, Jan 21st 2025 05:40 pm

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens Press Release & Photos

The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens welcomes visitors to enjoy a new tropical adventure in a completely renovated greenhouse. The tropical orchard features a collection of edible plants from around the world, two new entrances, new winding pathways and educational signage.

The opening of the new greenhouse also celebrates the completion of a pathway that was partially completed in November 2023, and is dedicated in honor of the life and legacy of the Botanical Gardens' dear friend Mary Ann Kresse. The greenhouse renovation began in mid-November 2024.

The tropical orchard will open to the public at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 23.

The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens' Greenhouse 12, formerly known as the everglades collection, has been completely transformed into an entirely new space to create a beautiful and fruit-filled tropical orchard. For the first time ever, visitors will see the opening of two entrances that were previously inaccessible. These new vantage points provide visitors with the opportunity to get up close to the plant collections and explore. The plant collection features fruits, spices, grains and other edible plants from around the world. There is also educational signage throughout the exhibit for visitors to learn about these exciting plants and the essential role that edible plants and their pollinators play in the world.

Some of the most notable features of the plant exhibit that will excite visitors includes starfruits, banana plants, Australian finger limes, a pineapple grove, a chocolate tree, a ponderosa lemon, a strawberry guava tree and a peach tree.

This renovation is the first of many exciting transformations on the horizon for the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens this year. As part of the expansion and renovation project, several more updates and changes are planned for inside the conservatory this year and beyond.

President and CEO Erin Grajek said, "This transformation is a wonderful example of what we strive to do each and every day to achieve our mission. We are so fortunate to have such a passionate and creative team that continues to find exciting new ways to connect people with plants by creating immersive and beautiful experiences. We can't wait for our community to enjoy our tropical orchard.”

The Tropical Orchard will be open daily, and is included with admission. Visit the website to purchase tickets and explore upcoming exhibits, events and shows. Members of Botanical Gardens receive free admission year-round, but must have a ticket.

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