Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses, Edgbaston, Birmingham, England

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Brief description of site

Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses was founded in the 19th century and has continued to develop through the 20th century. The site covers about 4 hectares, and includes Tropical, Subtropical, Mediterranean and Arid glasshouses, a winter garden and a rock garden, a pinetum, a Japanese garden, and a herb garden. There is also a woodland walk, a fern garden and a lawn aviary. Azaleas and rhododendrons are a feature. Historic gardens typical of the Roman, Medieval and Tudor periods have been planted.

Brief history of site

A committee of local business and professional men formed the Birmingham Botanical and Horticultural Society in 1829 with the intention of establishing a botanical garden. After choosing a site and the drawing of plans by John Claudius Loudon, the garden opened in 1832, although substantial development and planting continued throughout the decade.

Location information:

OS Landranger Map Sheet Number:	139	Grid Ref:	SP048 854
Latitude:	52.46652	Longitude:	-1.930774

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