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Descanso Gardens
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The following information is from the Descanso Gardens membership brochure
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Hailed as one of the most beautiful places in Southern California, Descanso
Gardens contains forests, streams, a lake and bird sanctuary, natural
landscapes and 80 acres of colorful flower displays.
Explore and enjoy this rare woodland garden in the midst of California chaparral, just 20 minutes from downtown Los Angeles and yet so far away from the frenetic pace of an urban region. Linger along streambanks containing shimmering koi, stroll through shade forests and experience the fragrant roses in our five-acre Rosarium. Visitors enjoy diverse events and classes throughout the year. The entire family will enjoy hopping aboard the Enchanted Railroad. Join us to discover, explore and enjoy Descanso Gardens. |
The entrance and nearby gardens
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Descanso Gardens
International Rosarium
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An outdoor horticultural museum exhibiting historical collections of roses,
perennials, shrubs and trees - an educational and aesthetic walk through the
centuries.
The landscaped vignettes include: Tudor Herb Garden, Victorian Garden, Edwardian Tea Garden, Children's Secret Garden, Nanny's Park, Mission Garden, English Cottage Garden, and Noisette Tunnelle. |
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THIS ROSARIUM
WAS PLANTED BY JOYFUL HEARTS IN A SPIRIT OF LOVE OF THE WONDERS OF NATURE. MAY ALL WHO STROLL THESE PATHS, WALK IN BEAUTY AND PEACE. ROSARIUM COMMITTEE: GEORGE LEWIS MELINDA NEESE SAM TRIVITT STEVEN COHAN, Ph.D. JILL BENSHOOF GAIL BOATWRIGHT MAY 1994 |
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THERE IS PEACE WITHIN A GARDEN
A PEACE SO DEEP AND CALM THAT WHEN THE HEART IS TROUBLED IT'S LIKE A SOOTHING BALM. THERE IS LIFE WITHIN A GARDEN A LIFE THAT STILL GOES ON FILLING THE EMPTY PLACES WHEN OLDER PLANTS HAVE GONE. THERE IS GLORY IN THE GARDEN AT EVERY TIME OF YEAR- SPRING, SUMMER, AUTUMN, WINTER TO FILL THE HEART WITH CHEER. SO EVER TEND YOUR GARDEN ITS BEAUTY TO INCREASE. FOR IN IT YOU'LL FIND SOLACE AND IN IT YOU'LL FIND PEACE. |
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The Promenade
| The Promenade is a beautiful walkway lined by a fantastic display of seasonal flowers. When these pictures were taken, the garden was planted with different varities of tulips. |
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Enchanted Railroad
| This miniature railroad gives you unique perspective, taking you past beautiful gardens and streams. |
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Japanese Tea House
and Garden
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The Camellia Forests
| By far, the largest percentage of land is devoted to two Camellia Forests; the East Camellia Forest and the West Camellia Forest. During time of our visit, we did not catch the height of the Camellia season. Check the bloom schedule for the best time to visit to see a particular type of flower you are interested in seeing. |
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Fern Canyon
| Fern Canyon contains a lush tropical environment of packed with a great variety of ferns and other tropical plants. |
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California Native Garden
| The California Native Garden has a variety of native plants and flowers, including cactus. A good reminder that Southern California is a "semi-arid" or desert region. |
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Bloom Schedule
| To see your favorite flowers in all their glory, be sure to check the bloom schedule (and it doesn't hurt to call the Gardens before you visit, because the timing will vary due to seasonal weather conditions). For contact information, visit the link to the Descanso Gardens official website further below. |
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January -- Camellias and winter annuals.
February and March -- Camellias, deciduous flowering trees and shrubs, tulips, and daffodils. April -- Azaleas, iris, lilacs, native plants and wildflowers, tulips, daffodils, roses, and magnolia. May -- Modern and Heritage roses, annuals and perennials, native plants, azaleas, iris, rhododendrons, wisteria, dogwood. June -- Modern and Heritage roses and summer annuals. July, August, September -- roses, summer annuals and perennials, crape myrtle and cassia. October -- Sasanqua camellias, annuals and roses. November and December -- Camellias, toyon berries, annuals and ginkgo. |
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Descanso Gardens is located in the city of La Cañada Flintridge, at 1418 Descanso Drive. See map. |
Items of Interest...
| Related Links |
| Descanso Gardens - official site |
| American Camellia Society |
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