(West Palm Beach, FL – December 19, 2024) Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden will be bursting into 2024 with 30+ healthy and horticultural classes and events throughout January, including the return of the Sacred Arts Tibetan Monks from India and our popular and frog-tastic RIBBIT THE EXHIBIT II.

 

“We are inviting friends and families to kick-off the new year with an eco-friendly flourish at Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest public garden—Mounts Botanical Garden, a beautiful, tranquil, 20-acre oasis located just minutes from the hustle-and-bustle of downtown West Palm,” says Mounts Executive Director James E. May.

 

“In addition to taking advantage of our numerous and informative horticultural classes and workshops, visitors can enjoy our multiple special exhibits – such as our delightfully whimsical RIBBIT THE EXHIBIT II, featuring 18 larger-than-life frog sculptures at work and play,” he adds. 

 

Mounts Botanical Garden is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm (with last entry at 3 pm). Admission is $20 for adults; $18 for seniors, college students and military with IDs; $13 for ages 6 to 17; and free for children under age 6, Mounts members, and RAP (reciprocal program) members.

 

January 4

Orchids are for Everyone Potting Workshop:

Orchids and Cold Weather

Saturday, 10:00 am to 11:15 am 

$10 for members; $25 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)

Free for Tropical Orchid Society Members with proof of Tropical Orchid Society Membership (shown on the day of class) – please register at www.mounts.org to save your spot.

Registration is required; classes are nonrefundable. Class size is limited 35 Adults

Join us for an interactive workshop conducted by members of the board of the Tropical Orchid Society.  Each workshop will begin with a brief introduction followed by specific growing advice for the month followed by repotting demonstrations and Q & A. Attendees may bring one orchid to repot and the media and pot or mount they prefer to use. Orchid Potting Workshops are held in the Mounts Botanical Garden Pavilion inside the main gate next to the new Welcome Center, on the first Saturday of every month.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 4, 11, 18, 25

Tai Chi at Mounts Botanical Garden

Saturdays, 9:15 am to 11:15 am

$25 members; $30 nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).

Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults; classes are nonrefundable. 

• Class 1: Tai Chi Intermediate Class

9:15 am to 10:15 am

This class is for those who have learned the basic Sun Style Tai Chi Forms and wish to pursue advanced Sun Style Forms. Lessons will be multi-faceted, addressing not only the external execution of the Forms, but more importantly, deepening the internal dimensions of the Forms, such as: magnifying the Qi (Life Energy) and incorporating the Internal Principles of Tai Chi: Song (loosening), Jing (mental quietude), Chen (sinking of dan-tien), and Huo (agility) which are vital to one's well-being and healing.

In addition, we will explore another Tai Chi Form, the Yang Style.

Note: Wear sneakers or closed comfortable shoes and a loose top and pants. Please bring a towel and water.

• Class 2: Tai Chi Beginner Class

10:15 am to 11:15 am

This class is designed for those new to Tai Chi or those curious about Tai Chi. You will learn basic Tai Chi principles and moves, called Forms. The primary goal is to improve your overall health and well-being, the use of mindfulness and balance through the Forms are thought to open the doors to Health and Serenity. Tai Chi is excellent for those who want a gentle, but effective exercise.

Note: Wear sneakers or closed comfortable shoes and a loose top and pants. Please bring a towel and water.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 5

Manifest Your 2025 Vision with Cacao and Sound Healing

with Casa Rituals

Sunday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm 

$35 for members; $45 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission) 

Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults; classes are nonrefundable. 

Step into 2025 with intention, gratitude, and alignment. Upon arrival, participants will receive a sacred Mayan ceremonial smudging to cleanse and release the energies of the past year, creating space for new beginnings. The Cacao Ceremony will guide you into your heart space, where you’ll anchor your dreams and goals for the year ahead, followed by a sound immersion ceremonial journey to amplify your intentions with the harmonizing energy of sound. Let this sacred experience be your foundation for manifesting a year of soulful growth, joy, and abundance.

Note: Please bring your yoga mat and blanket. Please no alcohol on the day of the ceremony and no caffeine 3 hours before and after the event.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 6-11

Sacred Arts Tour Monks

Monday through Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

+ General Admission January 6-10 includes full access to the Sacred Arts Tour mandala making, prayer ceremonies, and the Tibetan Marketplace for the day. A Single Day Pass is $25 per day for Nonmembers (includes Garden admission), and $5 per day for Members (Garden admission is free with membership).

+ General Admission January 11 for the Cultural Pageant and final Closing Ceremony is $30 per day for Nonmembers (includes Garden admission), and $10 per day for Members. Monk-led workshops and activities are not included with general admission pass. Saturday admission for the Cultural Pageant and Closing Mandala Dissolution Ceremony is not included.

+ Multiple Day Discount is $100 per person for Nonmembers and $20 for Members. This special pass pays for four days with the fifth free (Monday through Friday only) and includes access to daily opening and closing ceremonies, viewing the Sand Mandala construction, and authentic Tibetan Marketplace. Monk-led workshops and activities are not included with this week-long general admission pass. Saturday admission for the Cultural Pageant and Closing Mandala Dissolution Ceremony is not included.

 

Join us in welcoming the monks from the Drepung Gomang monastery who are renowned for the Sacred Art of Sand Mandala Construction. They will be creating a Green Tara Sand Mandala (Dol jang), which is the Female Buddha that grants protection and relief from suffering, and generates compassion, love, and peace. Construction of a mandala of this size and intricacy takes 5-7 days to complete with multiple monks working on it for 5-6 hours a day. Each day’s events include opening ceremonies and informal conversation with the monks as the mandala is created. Before and after working on the mandala each day, the monks recite prayers in the traditional overtone chanting, with each monk singing a full chord of three notes. The prayers are often accompanied by delicate hand gestures, cymbals, drums, horns, and flutes. General Admission includes full access to the Sacred Art Tour mandala making, prayer ceremonies, and the Tibetan Marketplace for the day. For complete details or to purchase tickets to the Sacred Arts Tour at Mounts Botanical Garden from January 6-11, 2025, visit https://www.mounts.org/sacred-arts-tour-drepung-gomang-monastery/.

 

Workshops & Activities Led by the Monks

• Monday—Saturday, January 6-11 / 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Authentic Tibetan Marketplace

The Sacred Art monks of Drepung Gomang bring with them Tibetan merchandise with Buddhist religious symbols and mantras. Much of the merchandise is made by the monks living at the monastery and helps to support those studying there with living expenses and medical care. Full-day access to the Authentic Tibetan Marketplace is included with your general admission ticket. All proceeds from the marketplace go directly to the monks of the Drepung Gomang Monastery.

 

• Tuesday, January 7 / 1:00 to 2:00 pm

Mani Stone Painting Workshop

$10 for Members and Nonmembers

Mani Stones, also known as jewel stones, dot the Tibetan landscape. They are inscribed with mantras or devotional designs as an offering or a form of prayer. Often these stones are grouped together in piles or stacked to create walls to help celebrate and spread the faith and are believed to help aid in the manifestation of goals. In this Monk-led workshop, participants will create their own mani stones with prayers or symbols of personal significance.

 

• Wednesday, January 8 / 1:00 pm

Pet Blessing

$25 per pet for Nonmembers and $5 per pet for Members

Meant to bestow good fortune and blessings upon furry family members, the pet blessing will imprint seeds of happiness for the animals. The mantras recited are for health and success in this life and the next ones. Bring your pet to the Garden and have them personally blessed by the monks. All animals must be under control at all times by a leash or crate. Pet tags for the Sacred Arts Tour will be available for purchase after the blessing for $5 each via credit cards only.

Note: Animals are not permitted inside the building for the Sacred Arts Tour.

 

• Friday, January 10 / 2:00 pm until sold out

Momo Sale

One of the delights of the visiting monks are momos, a traditional “dumpling” in which a flour shell is carefully filled with a mix of veggies or beef, which are skillfully wrapped and steamed. They are believed to have originated in Tibet centuries ago and have become an integral part of Tibetan cuisine. Don’t miss this opportunity to take home delicious hand-made momos.

 

• Saturday, January 11

Sacred Arts Tour Cultural Pageant and Final Closing Ceremony

General Admission: $30 for Nonmembers and $10 for Members (Garden admission is free with membership)

Saturday, 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

Morning ceremony follows the same practice as Monday through Friday.

+  Cultural Pageant

Saturday, 12:00 pm

Experience ancient Tibetan cultural rituals, including the snow lion dance, good luck dance, monk dance, sacred chants, prayers, and monastic debate, bringing authentic Tibetan traditions to life.

+  Closing Ceremony

Saturday, 4:00 pm

The closing ceremony includes prayers, chanting, deconstruction of the mandala, and sharing the blessed sand with those in attendance.

 

January 7, 14, 21, 28

Watercolor at the Garden

with Carl Stoveland  

Tuesdays, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
$20 for members; $25 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). Classes are nonrefundable.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults.

Join artist Carl Stoveland and share the love of art and nature with fellow art enthusiasts. This class is for adults only. Bring your pencils, pens, paints. Sketchpad, watercolor pad, or journal, and your favorite photographic device (i.e., cell phone camera or tablet). Some experience preferred. True newbies should consider the beginners class. Each week or two, the class will start a new painting project. Time will be split between demos by Stoveland and supervised painting time for participants. Subjects will be chosen by instructor with assistance from class.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 7, 14, 21, 28

Beginner Watercolor

with Carl Stoveland

Tuesdays, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
$20 for members; $25 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). Classes are nonrefundable.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults. 

If you have always wanted to try watercolor but been overwhelmed by it then this is the class for you. Geared toward novice watercolor enthusiasts, this class will focus on the basics, including a new technique and a simple painting each week. Join artist Carl Stoveland and share your love of art and nature with fellow art enthusiasts. This class is for adults only. Bring pencils, pens, paints, sketchpad, watercolor pad, or journal, and your favorite photographic device (i.e., cell phone camera or tablet). Each week or two, the class will start a new painting project. Time will be split between demos by Stoveland and supervised painting time for participants. 

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 12

Dogs’ Day in the Garden

Sunday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (last entry at 3 pm)

FREE for MBG members and children under 6; $20 for nonmember adults; $18 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $13 for children 6-17. Ticket includes full Garden admission.

Note: Dogs are FREE for Mounts members and $5 for nonmembers.

This dog-and-family-friendly monthly event is held throughout the Garden. Bring your favorite pooch and enjoy a relaxed garden stroll. There are many great spots to capture family photos for posting online with #mountsbotanicalgarden.

Guidelines:

+ Non-retractable leashes only; retractable leashes are not permitted.

+ No more than one dog per adult will be admitted.

+ Rabies vaccination must be current.

+ Visitors should bring their own water and treats for the puppies.

For details, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/

 

January 12

Full Moon Release Ceremony with Sacred Cacao & Sound Bath

with Casa Rituals

Sunday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm 

$35 for members; $45 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission) 

Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults; classes are nonrefundable. 

Come be inspired in the Herb Garden of Well-Being as we explore the healing power of the sound and your intention and immerse yourself in the transformative power of nature during the Full Moon Flower Release Ceremony. This awe-inspiring gathering takes place in a tranquil garden, carefully adorned with aromatic flowers and lush greenery. The Casa Rituals philosophy is deeply rooted in helping to bring everyday mindful intention to the busy modern-day person. This is achieved by creating a deeper and more aligned space, working with the vibration of sound-healing and sacred rituals for internal peace and harmony.

Your Experience Includes:

+ Ceremonial Smudging and Blessing: Upon arrival, you will be welcomed with a sacred smoke blessing to cleanse and release any burdens from your daily life, inviting you into a space of renewal and serenity.

+ Heart-Opening Cacao Ceremony: Savor a cup of the highest-quality ceremonial cacao, crafted to relax your body, open your heart chakra, and prepare you to receive the profound healing energies of the evening.

+ Full Moon Release Ritual: Through guided intention, you will learn to release what no longer serves you, embracing the transformative energy of the Full Moon with grace and empowerment.

+ Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing: Finally, sink into deep relaxation with a Yoga Nidra meditation, followed by an immersive sound healing journey. Let the harmonious vibrations of gongs, crystal singing bowls, and other high-frequency instruments wash over you, promoting deep healing and alignment.

This magical event invites you to reconnect with nature, align with the moon’s powerful energy, and nurture your inner well-being in a tranquil, supportive environment.

Note: Please bring a yoga mat and blanket. Also, no alcohol on the day of the ceremony and caffeine three hours before and after the event.  

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 14

Vegetable Gardening Maintenance in South Florida:

Taking Care of Your Garden

with Volunteer & Master Gardener Phil Bilger

Tuesday, 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Free for members; $25 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)

Registration is required; class size is limited to 45 adults; classes are nonrefundable. 

Ready to take your vegetable gardening skills up a notch? This class is designed for gardeners who have some experience but want to deepen their knowledge and improve their garden’s productivity in Florida’s unique climate. We’ll cover advanced topics such as crop rotation, soil enhancement techniques, organic fertilization, disease management, and integrated pest management. You’ll also learn how to extend your growing season, optimize your garden’s layout for better yields, and select the best heirloom and hybrid varieties for Florida's challenging conditions. This class offers hands-on advice tailored to Florida’s subtropical environment, ensuring you can grow a wide range of vegetables year-round with confidence. Ideal for those looking to refine their gardening practices and boost their harvest.

For details, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 18

Palm Beach Plein Air Painters:

Paint-Out in the Garden

Saturday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Free with admission to the Garden

Plen Air Palm Beach Painters will be in the Garden all day painting Garden scenes, creating a lovey atmosphere for our guests to view art and artists at work. The Plen Air Painters are happy to answer questions about Plein Air Painting or their techniques, and they may have an original painting or two to sell to anyone in the market for some beautiful art.

 

January 18

Get GardenFit

with Madeline deVries Hooper
Saturday, 9:30 am to 10:30 am

$30 for members; $40 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
Registration is required; class size is limited to 20 adults; classes are nonrefundable.

Join Madeline Hooper, GardenFit creator, executive producer, and host of GardenFit, the hit national public television series, for a lively session at Mounts Botanical Garden. Madeline will demonstrate simple, practical movements that will have you feeling your best as you dig, plant, and prune. GardenFit proves that gardening should be a joyful, pain-free experience. Don’t miss this chance to get inspired, get moving, and get GardenFit. Additional Upcoming GardenFit dates: February 15, March 16, April 5

Note:  GardenFit, the hit national public television series, offers a new approach to gardening, based on the premise that gardening should be a joy and not painful. It’s a first-of-its-kind fusion of garden tours and self-care, teaching viewers how to take care of their body while taking care of their garden. The show brings together themes of nature, sustainability, and wellness in a delightfully engaging format.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 18

Breaking the Barriers to Orchid Growing:

Saturday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

$10 members; $25 nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)

Free for Members of The Orchid Society of the Palm Beaches (proof of membership is shown on the day of the class). Please register at www.mounts.org to save your spot.

Registration is required; class size is limited to 35 adults; classes are nonrefundable. 

Mounts Botanical Garden and The Orchid Society of the Palm Beaches present Potting Workshops the third Saturday of each month. Orchid Potting Workshops will be held in the Mounts Botanical Garden Pavilion just inside the main gate next to the new Welcome Center. We cordially invite you to participate in our engaging and interactive workshops, led by esteemed members of the Board of The Orchid Society of the Palm Beaches. The workshop will begin with an insightful discussion about the topic, followed by hands-on potting demonstrations, facilitated by our knowledgeable board members. Attendees are encouraged to bring potting and sanitizing materials, and up to two orchids to repot. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to enhance your potting skills and techniques. The potting sessions will wrap up with a friendly Q&A, to deepen your knowledge and ask questions.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 18

For the Love of Bees Honey Tasting and Presentation

with Joanna Diamond

Saturday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
$25 for members; $35 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
Registration is required; class size is limited to 25 adults; classes are nonrefundable. 

Enter the world of the hard-working yet least rewarded humble honeybee and find out what makes these tiny but critical insects so special. Learn fascinating facts, dispel myths and misconceptions, and find out why instead of us being afraid of them, they should be scared of us. Go behind the scenes of live bee removals (including Africanized bees) and have a frank discussion about what WE can do for THEM, instead of the other way around. We will delve into honey's incredible, edible world, learn how bees make honey, discuss different honey varietals, and enjoy a honey-tasting session. Local raw honey will be available for sale. 

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 18, 19, 26

Forest Bathing: Nature Therapy Immersion & Tea Ceremony

with Certified Nature Therapy Guide Kathy Andio

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

$25 for members; $35 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)

Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults; classes are nonrefundable.

Forest Bathing, also known as “Nature Therapy,” is an immersive experience in nature that gives you an opportunity to reset your outlook on life and have an encounter with the nature in a way that you have never experienced before. It is a sensory practice that takes you away from your phone, computer, and social media and back to what your body yearns for…..a connection with nature.  A sense of peace. A sense of relaxation. A sense of being in the present moment. It provides the perfect time to become a human “be”-ing instead of a human “do”-ing! During a Forest Bathing experience, you will be invited to slow down and reconnect with nature’s perfect balance using your senses to see the sunlight playing through the leaves, smell the flowers, and feel and hear the gentle wind whispering to you to return to your native roots and discover your deeper self. Your nature encounter concludes with a tea ceremony to connect with other like-minded nature lovers. Forest Bathing has been scientifically proven to boost immune strength, lift depression, reduce stress, and improve sleep. But beyond these physiological changes, this contemplative experience will show you how important it is for your well-being to take time in nature daily! Plan to arrive 15 minutes before the start time. Bring a chair or yoga mat.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 19, 26

Garden Cacao Ceremony & Sound Immersion Experience

with Casa Rituals

Sunday, 10:00 am to 11:30 am

$30 for members; $40 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). 

Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults; classes are nonrefundable. 

Upon arrival, participants will receive a ceremonial smudging and blessing, helping to release any burdens from their day-to-day life. Then they will be given a cup of the highest quality, Ceremonial Cacao to participate in our sacred heart-opening Cacao Ceremony. The Cacao works to relax you, open your heart chakra, and help you to be receptive to the healing you will experience. Finally, you'll relax into Yoga Nidra meditation and deep sound healing. You will be immersed in the healing energies of the gong, crystal singing bowls, and other high-frequency instruments. 

Note: Please bring a yoga mat or blanket, and do not drink alcohol on the day of the ceremony or consume caffeine three hours before and after the event.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 24

A Tour of Beloved Garden Plants

with Mounts Horticulturist Supervisor Matthew Boyson

Friday, 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Free for members; $25 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). 

Registration is required; class size is limited to 20 adults; classes are

Join Matt Boyson for a personal and inspiring tour showcasing favorite plants in the Garden. From stunning showstoppers to hidden gems, you’ll explore a carefully curated selection of botanical wonders that hold a special place in the heart of our horticulture team. On this tour, participants will:

+ Learn what makes each featured plant unique, from fascinating adaptations to vibrant blooms and intriguing histories.

+ Discover insider tips on how to grow and care for these favorites in your own garden.

+ Hear behind-the-scenes stories about how these plants became part of the Garden's collection.

+ Take time to appreciate the beauty, fragrance, and texture of these horticultural highlights.

Whether you’re a plant enthusiast or simply enjoy spending time in nature, this tour offers an intimate and engaging journey through the Garden’s most cherished specimens. Come celebrate the plants that inspire and delight our team every day!

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 25

Terrarium as an Art Therapy: Little Gems for Life

with Omar Ananais

Saturday, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm (includes refreshments)

$45 for members; $55 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)

Registration is required; class size is limited to 20 adults; classes are nonrefundable. 

Join us for an inspiring workshop where we blend art and nature to craft stunning terrariums—personal oases filled with reflection and wisdom. Bring your favorite clear glass vessels that complement your space and create two custom terrariums during the session. Please note that the glass vessels are not included in the ticket. We recommend large vessels, up to 10 inches in diameter, for the best results. We provide all essential materials, including mosses, soil, a selection of plants, and decorative elements. A variety of optional plants will be available for purchase at the workshop. Learn the skills to care for your terrarium, including maintenance tips and guidance on choosing the best grow lights and bulbs to ensure your creation thrives. Led by Omar Ananais, a mindfulness and art therapist from Peru whose workshops are celebrated for being engaging and transformative, this experience is designed to promote mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Explore your artistic side and create living works of art that reflect your inner world. Become the artist of your mind.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

January 25

Story Time in the Garden

This program is free with Garden admission, but registration is required at least 5 days before each session, so be sure to secure your spot early!

Join us for a magical morning at Mounts Botanical Garden with Story Time in the Garden, presented in partnership with the Junior League of the Palm Beaches. Held every fourth Saturday of the month through April 2025, this enchanting program is perfect for children under 7 years old. Enjoy a delightful book reading surrounded by blooming flowers and lush greenery, followed by a fun craft activity to spark creativity. It’s the perfect way to introduce young minds to the wonders of nature and stories.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2025-01/ 

 

RIBBIT THE EXHIBIT II

Back by popular demand is this collection of 18 larger-than-life, whimsical frog sculptures on exhibit throughout the Garden, offering a playful and imaginative exploration of amphibians. These fun and quirky sculptures also create opportunities for engaging programming about real frogs and their essential role in our environment. Each piece is handcrafted and colored with natural patina by artist Andy Cobb, and almost all the super-sized sculptures are new to Mounts and were not part of the original exhibition in early 2020.”

 

Mounts Botanical Garden & Bloomberg Connects

Explore Anytime, Anywhere with New Mobile Garden Guide

Visitors can now explore Mounts Botanical Garden anytime from anywhere across the globe with the new Mobile Garden Guide. Launched in partnership with Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and cultural app created by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the guide is designed to elevate and enrich the visitor experience by making it easy to discover more of what people love before, during, and after their visit to the Garden. Multi-media content includes maps and information on Mounts Botanical’s 25 display gardens, art in the garden, and current and upcoming exhibitions, as well as an ever-growing spectrum of new photo, audio, and video content available exclusively via the app. To learn more and download the app, visit www.mounts.org/mobile-garden-guide/ [mounts.org]. 

 

About Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County:

With a mission to inspire and educate through nature, Mounts Botanical Garden is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden. Visitors to this 20-acre tropical oasis will see an acclaimed collection of 25 unique garden areas containing more than 7,000 species of tropical and sub-tropical plants, including Florida natives, exotic and tropical fruit trees, herbs, palms, roses, cactus, bromeliads and much more. Mounts Botanical Garden is part of the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Department, in partnership with the University of Florida and the non-profit Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden. This project is sponsored in part by The Board of County Commissioners, the Tourist Development Council, and the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Mounts Botanical is located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For more information, please visit www.mounts.org.

 

Attached Images:

(Photo Credit: Mounts Botanical Garden)

1.   Sacred Arts Tour Monks – January 6-11

2.   GardenFit with Madeline deVries Hooper – January 18

3.   For the Love of Bees with Joanna Diamond

4.   Ribbit the Exhibit II: Relaxing Frog – All month long

 

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Mounts Botanical Garden

954.292.8169 / [email protected]

 

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