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The Garden Site Developed on land purchased by Cecil Rhodes in 1895, the area was proclaimed the National Botanic Gardens of South Africa in 1913. |
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Room to Wander Around four thousand of species of plants grow here, representing nearly a quarter of all the types found in South Africa. Because of the varied climates in the country, no single location can cover the entire range. |
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Art in the Gardens Amongst the shrubs there are some impressive stone sculptures which are part of a permanent exhibition of Shona Art from Zimbabwe. |
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Protea In the Gardens there are many species of Protea which is the national flower of South Africa. I think this one is Protea Nerifolia. |
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Strelitzia The Strelitzia, or Bird of Paradise Flower, which is a native of South Africa, bears a mass of spectacular blooms several time a year. |
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An Historical Setting Around a native-style rondavel is a garden of culinary and medicinal herbs. Many are still in use today. |