Stories from the Botanic Gardens
From what's blooming to the latest botanical science research, discover the stories that make the Botanic Gardens unforgettable places for science, horticulture and leisure.


A tree and plaque in the Yurong precinct of the Domain commemorates the 10 Australian victims who died in the terrorist attacks on 11 September 2001.


Over the past few years the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney has trialled and tested hundreds of cultivars from plant breeders across the globe in its Trial Garden.


From the King Protea to vibrant camellias, there’s plenty that blooms in a winter garden. Here are some of the plants blooming at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden.

Sydney is not a place you automatically think of when it comes to spectacular autumn leaves. The autumn colour starts the process as temperatures start to cool down.

Plant names are far more than a theoretical exercise in scientific classification - they are invaluable tools for understanding the diversity of life.


Kayte Wilkie is the brain behind the beauty of the Wildflower Meadow Horticulture display at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, discover the meadows garden now.


Why natives? Well, that’s our speciality at the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan.

Some habitats were burnt so badly last summer that we're concerned for a few Waratah species. But as we enter peak flowering season we're also expecting to see a big burst.

The Australian Institute of Botanical Science will advance fundamental knowledge of flora and drive effective conservation solutions to ensure the survival of plants.

Now is the best time to get outdoors and give your garden a good spring clean out!

So you’ve been dreaming of your garden wedding as long as you could remember. You’ve found the partner of your dreams, and now it’s time to make your wedding a reality.


School habitat gardens are important in providing habitat for native wildlife as well as being a great opportunity to teach students about biodiversity.