A quick visit to Atlanta Botanic Gardens

[mcmcnair]

I went to ABG and met Ron Determann one of the heads of the gardens and an avid conservationist. He gave me a behind the scenes tour of their facilities and we had a great conversation about the CCPS and conservation. So without further ado here are what little pics I took with my iphone. I'll have to go back soon to get better pictures.


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This one's for Wireman, one of the type specimens for the species too.

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This was a really cool plant, these aerial roots are from Cissus vines. They are at least 10ft long if not closer to 20ft.

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I hope you guys enjoyed!

 

[Api]

Great pics Mason! CCPS should have a field trip there.

 

[Morpheus]

Those are some amazing pictures! I'm in love with the purps they are gorgeous!

 

[JMN16150]

Cool Pics! I like the sarrs

 

[DonH]

Great pics and beautiful landscaping! Thanks for sharing...

 

[richjam1986]

Wow! I didn't realize their collection was so extensive! (Not that I've been there, but these pics make me really want to visit if I'm ever in the south!)

 

[lil hokie]

I hope you snagged me a sarr hahah!

 

[Exo]

It's so beautiful!

 

[East_to_west]

Wooooooow!

 

[RL7836]

I'm definitely overdue for a return trip - it's a wonderful place. I especially like their active role in conservation of several rare species - they don't just talk about conservation but have really helped make a difference.

I really wish we could get them to host the next USA-version of the ICPS conference. I'd be there in a heartbeat!

 

[corky]

that place is amazing ,thanks for sharing your pics

 

[NBLD]

Wow!!! Beautiful!!!