The SA Water Mediterranean Garden showcases plants from the five Mediterranean climates around the world:
The plants that live in these places are well adapted for Mediterranean climates, just like southern South Australia where it's seasonally dry with frequent fire. Many of these plants have features that enable them to conserve water during dry times and take advantage of the rain when it does fall. As you wander through the garden, you’ll discover the diversity, resilience and beauty of these plants.
There are three major elements to the garden – a water rill, interpretive spine and geographical drifts – that together tell the stories of Mediterranean plants. From them you will learn about the connections these plants have with people from different cultures and how they can help us live more sustainably in our environment.
The SA Water Mediterranean Garden highlights how careful plant selection and thoughtful garden design can be used to create stunning garden displays that are also use water wisely.
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SA Water encourages the sustainable use of water and is the major sponsor of this garden.
15 March 2024
The Board of the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium is very pleased to announce that the Director of the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium of South Australia, Mr Michael Harvey, has been elected as the new Chair of the Council of Heads of Australian Botanic Gardens.
21 November 2023
Adelaide Botanic Garden has been announced as a 'Garden of the World Worth Travelling For in 2024' at the International Garden Tourism Awards.
