Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Brooklyn, NY 11225-1099
Phone: (718) 623-7200
- Cross Street:
- Montgomery Street
- Directions:
- 2, 3 at Eastern Pkwy; Q at Prospect Park
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- Hours:
- Nov-Mar: Tue-Fri 8am-4:30pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4:30pm, Apr-Oct: Tue-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat-Sun 10am-6pm
Editorial Review for Brooklyn Botanic Garden – by Citysearch Editors
Overview
Not to be confused with the New York Botanical Garden, the BBG occupies 52 green acres right next to Prospect Park. In addition to more than 10,000 different kinds of plants in its outdoor and indoor collections, the garden is renowned for its C.V. Starr Bonsai Museum, one of the oldest and largest collection of the dwarf potted trees in the country. The nation's first Garden for the Blind is filled with dozens of brilliantly scented and textured plants. One of the garden's main attractions for spring is its more than 220 cherry trees; with more than 40 different varieties, it's the largest collection in one area. There's also an assortment of ice cream treats in the snack bar.
Features
The garden offers a wide assortment of classes related to gardening, including a certificate in horticulture, gardening and landscaping workshops, health, herbs and cooking classes, crafts, trips, family programs, art classes and more.
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Insider Tips
Save MoneyGet free admission before noon on Saturdays. Tuesdays are free year-round, and weekdays are free from late-November through February.
When to GoThe best blooms are in late April to midsummer. Native flora gardens are closed from November to April.
The ExtrasWant to volunteer? An interview is required whether you're looking to file plant specimens in the herbarium or simply willing to answer phones.
User Reviews for Brooklyn Botanic Garden
11/02/2007 Posted by katiesellu
I love the botanical garden, because it takes u away from the concrete jungle of BROOKLYN..its soothing, romantic array of organic flowers are absolutely breathtaking. I love goin to the garden on the weekends with my fiance' and our children...because they get to pick the type of flowers they want to take home and plant in our own garden. I would recommend anyone go just for a romantic outing or just to get some solitude. Its also PERFECT for weddings
Pros: EVERYTHING
Cons: NOTHING
02/26/2004 Posted by Bridget_Jones
What else can I say? This place is just breathtaking. No matter which path you take you are in for a beautiful esthetic treat. Perfect location for Wedding photos, or a wedding ceremony. Perfect for a little escape from the concrete jungle. Check out the Japenese garden!
Pros: Vibrant Colors!, Fragarent, Soothing
