Johannesburg Botanical Garden
The Johannesburg Botanical Garden is located in the suburb of Emmarentia in Johannesburg, South Africa. The gardens grew out of a large rose garden that was established in 1964 (becoming known locally as the "Rose Garden") and subsequently expanded from 1969 to cover an area of around 125 hectares (1.25 km2). It is administered by Johannesburg City Parks. The Emmarentia Dam is situated immediately to the east of the garden and shares its extensive acreage. One of the main attractions is the Rose Garden with over 10 000 roses.
| Johannesburg Botanical Garden | |
|---|---|
The Rose Garden in the Johannesburg Botanical Garden | |
| Type | Botanical garden |
| Location | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Coordinates | 26°9′9″S 28°0′10″E |
| Area | 81 hectares (200 acres) |
| Elevation | 1605m |
| Created | 1968 |
| Operated by | Johannesburg City Parks |
| Open | 6am - 6pm |
| Camp sites | no |
| Hiking trails | no |
| Plants | 20,000 trees 2,500 succulents |
| Collections | 5,532 |
| Parking | yes |
| Website | JHB City Parks Map of the Park |
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