University of North Carolina at Charlotte Botanical Gardens
University of North Carolina at Charlotte Botanical Gardens, Botanical garden at University of North Carolina, United States.
The gardens encompass three acres with specialized areas including the McMillan Greenhouse, Van Landingham Glen, and Susie Harwood Garden featuring diverse plant collections.
Founded in 1966 by Dr. Herbert Hechenbleikner, the gardens began as an educational resource for students and expanded to include multiple specialized plant environments.
The gardens maintain an extensive collection of carnivorous plants, orchids, and regional flora, supporting research and education for university students and community members.
The outdoor gardens welcome visitors during daylight hours while the McMillan Greenhouse operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM without admission fees.
The gardens feature a Dinosaur Garden section where visitors can observe primitive plants alongside a full-size Deinonychus skeleton sculpture.
Location: North Carolina
GPS coordinates: 35.30800,-80.72850
Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:45
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