Florida's Gardens

From grand formal gardens planned by noted landscape architects like Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., to greenhouses full of orchids for sale and deep, dark cypress swamps along Florida's coast, the flora of Florida has captivated visitors since Ponce De Leon first visited "La Florida," land of flowers.

Archived by many botanists across the centuries, including William Bartram, Henry Perrine, and Henry Nehrling, Florida's botanical bounty is unsurpassed in variety for a state of its size.

Florida's Gardens treats you to man-made delights - botanical research gardens, arboretums, and public gardens - as well as nature's own gardens and groves, habitats overflowing with unique flora, and landmark trees. Each is presented with visually-striking slide shows, interactive maps, and details about what makes each particular destination a treasure, including identification of many of the plants and flowers.

★ About the Author ★

Author of 14 books on Florida, including "Exploring Florida's Botanical Wonders," Ocala resident Sandra Friend has visited all of the sites - mild and wild - recommended in this guide. And yes, she's seen the ghost orchid. An aficionado of all things botanical, Sandra credits her parents for her love of tropical forests, wildflowers, and gardens. She is also the author of "Florida State Parks," another Sutro Media app. Learn more about Florida's gardens, flora, and botanical wonders on her website, http://www.botanicalflorida.com

★ About Sutro Media ★

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