Tropical Ranch Botanical Garden, Botanical garden in Stuart, Florida
Tropical Ranch Botanical Garden is a small botanical garden at 1905 SW Ranch Trail in Stuart, Florida, the only one in Martin County. It lies on the property of founders Diane Rexroad and Jim Haines and is divided into nine themed garden areas, each with its own plant specimens and landscaping style.
The garden opened to the public in May 2006, born from the vision of Diane Rexroad and Jim Haines to share gardening knowledge with the community. The founders sought to create a place where people could learn and practice new techniques.
The garden serves as a place where visitors learn about sustainable planting methods and see how the Florida Friendly Landscaping Program works in practice. The arrangement of plants demonstrates techniques that guests can apply in their own yards.
The garden sits at 1905 SW Ranch Trail in Stuart and is open for private tours; groups and organizations can book visits by appointment for a small charge. It is the only botanical garden in Martin County, so tours are the main way to see the nine themed areas.
The garden uses integrated pest control and water-saving methods to reduce stormwater runoff in ways visitors often overlook. These practices shape how the garden operates and how plants grow throughout the grounds.
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