Harry P. Leu Gardens, Botanical garden and historic district in Orlando, United States.
The 50-acre garden features numerous plant collections, including 240 varieties of camellias, tropical species, and pathways under 200-year-old oak trees.
Harry P. Leu and Mary Jane Leu purchased the property in 1936, collecting plants worldwide before donating the entire estate to Orlando in 1961.
The Leu House Museum presents guided tours that demonstrate Florida residential life from the early 1900s through period furnishings and architecture.
The gardens remain open daily from 9 AM to 4 PM, with final admission at 3 PM, except for Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day closures.
The garden maintains specific climate conditions of USDA zone 9b, allowing both temperate and tropical plants to thrive in its sandy soil environment.
Location: Orlando
GPS coordinates: 28.56738,-81.35732
Latest update: May 21, 2025 13:59
The area surrounding Walt Disney World features diverse attractions: from Gatorland wildlife preserve to Kennedy Space Center. Visitors find botanical gardens, science centers, art museums and amusement parks. The region includes historical sites like Jack Kerouac House and natural habitats at Manatee Sanctuary Park.
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