Best greenhouses we have ever visited. We didn't even go outside to the outdoor section because it was probably 5 degrees F outside. The beauty of the greenhouses is unmatched by any I have seen previous - the people who work here really know their stuff. The selection and placement of plants is astounding. I think it's easy to overlook all of the planning and work that goes into creating and maintaining a collection such as this. It's just phenomenal.
There was an exhibition titled "1000 jours" (1000 days), which summarizes the collective human footprint upon the planet. The theme is sustainability, and there were a number of different exhibits within this area that promoted sustainability and responsible living. Some of the more impactful ones centered around the world's imperiled amphibian populations. Others were about our high demand for products such as shark fins and sea turtle eggs. There was video of sharks being caught, de-finned, and tossed back into the ocean to die slow deaths. The practice of collecting endangered sea turtle eggs for human consumption was also shown, with touching stories of individuals and organizations trying to make changes. It makes you think and want to act. We are very happy we went here.
The price of admission includes visits to the Insectarium, so be sure to visit both!