Program Overview

Learn from plants, create your own garden: Discover Plants & Create Your Little Christmas Garden

• Dates: Nov. 14(Sat), Nov. 28(Sat), Dec. 12(Sat), Dec. 24(Thu), Dec. 26(Sat)
• Guided Tour: 17:00 - 19:00 (2 hours)
• Workshop: 19:00 - 19:30 (30 minutes)
• Capacity: 10-12 people per session

Conservatory Journey

Explore plants adapted to different climates. Learn how tropical and Mediterranean plants adapt and survive on a docent-led tour. Discover fascinating plant stories and practical care tips as well.

Plants to Discover

1. Tropical Zone

Discover tropical plants thriving in hot, humid climates. Their broad leaves capture light beneath the dense canopy and help shed heavy rain.

Featured Plants: Bird of Paradise, Philodendron ‘Congo’, Monstera, Victoria Water Lily, Calathea lutea, Colocasia gigantea, Papaya, Coffee Tree

2. Mediterranean Zone

Discover Mediterranean plants adapted to strong sun and dry climates. Many have tough, waxy leaves that limit water loss, while others store water in thick leaves and stems.

Featured Plants: Olive Tree, Baobab Tree, Queensland Bottle Tree (Brachychiton rupestris), Giant Yucca, Acacia, Herbaceous Plants, Succulents

Create Your Little Christmas Garden

Make a festive mini garden with succulents. Learn the characteristics and basic care of plants suited to dry environments, and complete a special mini garden with Christmas decorations in a clear cup.