Picture this! Toronto, it was super cold outside, right in the middle of the winter. There I was walking around in a garden without wearing a down jacket. No, I'm not describing a scene from a future global warming effect. I'm talking about a little gem right here in Toronto.
Allan Gardens Conservatory took me by surprise from the moment I stepped inside. Greeted by bamboo, palm and banana trees (and a rush of warm air), I was wowed by the collection of plants from different climate.
The cactus house will make you feel as if you are in a desert paradise. The tropical house is filled with colorful warm climate plants and flowers such as hibiscus and orchids. One of my favorite green houses is the seasonal house. Right now, it is filled with spring flowers.
I also love the quietness within the conservatory. For about an hour, I forgot that I was in the middle of a city. It's open all year round, and best of all, it's Free!