Cornell Botanic Gardens, Botanical garden in Ithaca, United States.
Cornell Botanic Gardens is a botanical garden in Ithaca featuring several themed sections, herb collections, and areas focused on native plants. A large natural woodland preserve forms part of the grounds alongside these cultivated areas.
The gardens were founded in 1875 as part of Cornell University's work in plant science and natural conservation. This establishment reflected the university's early commitment to environmental learning.
The Welcome Center hosts displays and workshops that help visitors understand how plants connect to their lives. People come here to see what botanical science means in practice.
The gardens are open year-round with free admission and offer guided tours to help visitors explore the different areas. Several parking areas are located near the visitor center.
The grounds include research facilities where scientists study how to restore natural ecosystems and document climate impacts on plant life. This ongoing work makes the site function as a living laboratory for applied science.
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