University of Oulu Botanical Gardens, Scientific botanical garden in Linnanmaa district, Oulu, Finland
The University of Oulu Botanical Gardens is a scientific facility in the Linnanmaa district featuring two pyramid-shaped greenhouses named Romeo and Julia that house over 4,000 plant species. The site also includes outdoor garden areas located along the shore of Lake Kuivasjärvi.
The gardens were relocated from Hupisaaret Island to their current Linnanmaa location in 1983. This move enabled the development of the modern greenhouse structures that house the collection today.
The gardens serve as a scientific documentation center for plant species across Northern Finland. Visitors can observe how the region's native plants are organized and studied in this setting.
The greenhouses are accessible daily while outdoor areas stay open from morning until evening. It is best to check opening hours before visiting, especially if you want to explore the indoor collections.
The facility participates in an international seed exchange program, sharing plant specimens collected from Northern Finland and Lapland with botanical institutions worldwide. This program makes the gardens an important hub for scientific collaboration across borders.
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