In July and August, the Botanic Garden offers a cool outdoor retreat for summer enjoyment. Some of the Gardens that allow you to beat the heat are:
The Fuller Garden with large trees shady arches and benches.
The Japanese Garden remains a lush green paradise where the koi swim close to the surface looking for treats.
The Conservatory’s indoor jungle thrives during the summer months.
Angel’s trumpet, Anice scented sage, Blackeyed Susan ‘Goldsturm’, Bogsage, Coral vine, Crape myrtle, Evergreen wisteria, Flame acanthus, ‘Gold Star’ esperanza ‘Gold Star’, Hardy blue plumbago, Hyacinth bean, Mexican Oregano, Purple coneflower, Purple loosestrife, Spider lily Lycoris, Surprise lilies Lycoris, Sweet autumn clematis, Sweet potato vine ‘Marguerite’ and ‘Blackie’, Trumpet vine, Crimson Trumpet, Flava, Madame Galen.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
3220 Botanic Garden Blvd
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
(817) 463-4160
Botanical Research Institute of Texas
1700 University Drive
Fort Worth, Texas 76107-3400
(817) 332-4441
(817) 332-4112 Fax