About Foundation and Friends of the Botanic Gardens
Foundation and Friends of the Botanic Gardens: A Haven for Nature Lovers
The Foundation and Friends of the Botanic Gardens is a non-profit organization that supports the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney. The garden is a world-renowned institution that has been in existence for over 200 years, providing visitors with an opportunity to explore nature, learn about plants and horticulture, and participate in various events.
The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney is located in the heart of Sydney's CBD, covering an area of 30 hectares. It was established in 1816 as a scientific institution to study plants from around the world. Today, it serves as a popular tourist destination where people come to relax amidst nature's beauty.
The garden features over 8,000 plant species from around the world. Visitors can explore themed gardens such as succulent garden, herb garden or rainforest walk. The garden also houses several historic buildings such as Government House and Macquarie Wall.
Apart from being a tourist attraction, the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney also serves as an educational institution where people can learn about science and horticulture through various programs offered by Foundation & Friends. These programs include guided tours for school groups or individuals interested in learning more about plants or gardening techniques.
Foundation & Friends also organizes several events throughout the year at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney such as concerts under stars or food festivals which attract thousands of visitors every year.
One of their most popular events is "PlantBank Open Day" which provides visitors with an opportunity to see behind-the-scenes work at PlantBank - Australia's largest seed bank facility located within RBG Sydney precincts - where scientists are working hard to conserve rare plant species threatened by climate change or habitat loss.
In addition to supporting education programs and organizing events at RBG Sydney precincts; Foundation & Friends also manages two other gardens: The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan (located south-western outskirts of Sydney) which showcases native flora from across Australia; Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah (located westward from CBD) featuring cool-climate flora including rhododendrons azaleas camellias magnolias etcetera.
Foundation & Friends' mission is not only limited to promoting botanical knowledge but also conservation efforts aimed at preserving endangered plant species through research projects funded by donations received from members who support their cause financially via membership fees donations bequests sponsorships etcetera.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Foundation & Friends plays a vital role in promoting botanical knowledge while conserving endangered plant species through research projects funded by donations received from members who support their cause financially via membership fees donations bequests sponsorships etcetera.
Their efforts have made it possible for millions of people worldwide to enjoy nature's beauty while learning more about science gardening techniques horticulture history architecture art music culture food wine sustainability ecology biodiversity climate change adaptation mitigation strategies.
If you're looking for an escape into nature within city limits then look no further than visiting one of three gardens managed by Foundation & Friends: The Royal Botanical Gardens (CBD), Australian National Herbarium (Canberra), Blue Mountains National Park (Mount Tomah).
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