Sunny, high of 17.
A perfect day for visiting the Botanical Gardens in Melbourne. There are a series of large gardens, starting right in the center of the city, and going south. One of these gardens is the Botanical Garden. It's quite large, about 90 acres in area. The location is along the Yarra river, which flows through central Melbourne.
It was created in 1846, mainly for non- Australian trees and flowers, but has been expanded to include most Australian species. It's a great place to stroll, and enjoy nature. There are many sections, and educational exhibits along the way.
There are over 700 species of Eucalyptus trees; all only found in Australia and some nearby islands. They have adapted to the poor soil conditions in Australia, and the dry climate here. The leaves are small, glossy, and waxy, all characteristics that reduce water loss. During the dry season, some will drop all their leaves, and hibernate during this time.
What impressed me the most was the size and shape of many of the trees. Giants of the plant world.
Sandy got a kick out of seeing flowers that she recognized, and that we have at home. Without our winters many here are much larger, and the flowers have more brilliant colours.
I was more impressed with the exotic varieties.
The gardens are a bit hilly, and there is a large lake. It's a peaceful place, very quiet, considering its in the middle of a large city. The most noticeable sounds are the many birds, including varieties of parrots.
All in all it was a lovely way to spend a gorgeous spring day.
A perfect day for visiting the Botanical Gardens in Melbourne. There are a series of large gardens, starting right in the center of the city, and going south. One of these gardens is the Botanical Garden. It's quite large, about 90 acres in area. The location is along the Yarra river, which flows through central Melbourne.
It was created in 1846, mainly for non- Australian trees and flowers, but has been expanded to include most Australian species. It's a great place to stroll, and enjoy nature. There are many sections, and educational exhibits along the way.
There are over 700 species of Eucalyptus trees; all only found in Australia and some nearby islands. They have adapted to the poor soil conditions in Australia, and the dry climate here. The leaves are small, glossy, and waxy, all characteristics that reduce water loss. During the dry season, some will drop all their leaves, and hibernate during this time.
What impressed me the most was the size and shape of many of the trees. Giants of the plant world.
Sandy got a kick out of seeing flowers that she recognized, and that we have at home. Without our winters many here are much larger, and the flowers have more brilliant colours.
I was more impressed with the exotic varieties.
The gardens are a bit hilly, and there is a large lake. It's a peaceful place, very quiet, considering its in the middle of a large city. The most noticeable sounds are the many birds, including varieties of parrots.
All in all it was a lovely way to spend a gorgeous spring day.
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