Descanso Gardens
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1418 Descanso Dr, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011

Located 20 minutes from downtown Los Angeles, Descanso Gardens is a botanical garden and place of year-round natural beauty, with internationally renowned botanical collections and spectacular seasonal horticultural displays. Accredited by the American Association of Museums as a museum of living collections, Descanso Gardens welcomes 250,000 visitors annually. The principal collections include California native plants and oak woodlands; one of the largest concentration of camellia plants in the Western Hemisphere; a rose garden with specimens from all corners of the globe; and significant presentations of lilacs, maple trees, cherry trees and iris. It has been designated an International Camellia Garden of Excellence by the International Camellia Society.Located 20 minutes from downtown Los Angeles, Descanso Gardens is a botanical garden and place of year-round natural beauty, with internationally renowned botanical collections and spectacular seasonal horticultural displays. Accredited by the American Association of Museums as a museum of living collections, Descanso Gardens welcomes 250,000 visitors annually. The principal collections include California native plants and oak woodlands; one of the largest concentration of camellia plants in the Western Hemisphere; a rose garden with specimens from all corners of the globe; and significant presentations of lilacs, maple trees, cherry trees and iris. It has been designated an International Camellia Garden of Excellence by the International Camellia Society.

Reviews

Hilary B.

03/30/2017

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I hadn't been to Descanso Gardens in almost two decades. My family and I visited their Enchanted Forest of Light exhibit in the new year and were blown away. It will probably be a tradition for years to come.

Michelle R.

01/05/2017

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Enjoyed the Enchanted Forest walk through the garden and playing with the interactive light show. The girls had a great time and I can't wait to go in the spring and enjoy the blooms.

Tracy S.

01/04/2017

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Enjoyed my visit to see the Enchanted Forest of Light. It was a beautiful evening of lights. Staff was helpful.

Jennifer S.

10/13/2016

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Descanso Gardens is a beautiful and relaxing place to enjoy with the whole family. They have kid-friendly options and plenty of open spaces for the children to enjoy. It is a prime place to bring your camera along as well.

Amy F.

08/24/2016

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A beautiful place to let the kids run around... koi ponds, rose gardens, mini-hedge mazes a la The Shining...there's a small, ride-on train that takes you in a little loop for a few extra bucks and the cafe has lots of kid-friendly menu options. It's relaxing, gorgeous, and my kids could spend all day hanging out here. I hear they have some fun "jazz nights" in the summertime, but haven't been yet.

Alan L.

06/19/2014

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Relaxing and beautiful spot to spend a few hours. They even host executive meetings !!!

Natalie D.

05/08/2008

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Descanso Gardens Beauty to Go!!!

I wasn't sure what to expect from this gift shop after spending the day at Descanso Gardens, but in addition to offering a great selection of items, most of the were reasonably priced. I bought a beautiful "Bridal Veil" hanging plant which cost more than a few dollars LESS than what I'd recently paid at a discount store. Plus, buying a plant here virtually assures that you're getting a healthy plant that's been well cared for. I also bought a beautiful votive holder for under $20 and saw several other items I'd consider purchasing on future visits.