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The Hortus Botanicus Leiden, nestled in the heart of the city, is a historical gem and a tranquil retreat. Established in 1590, it holds the distinction of being the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands, with a rich collection that has grown over four centuries. Visitors can explore the Orangery from 1744, tropical greenhouses from 1938, and a winter garden from 2000, each offering a unique glimpse into the plant kingdom. The garden's commitment to education and conservation is evident through its diverse flora, including exotic species and historical plants like the old Tuliptree from 1716 and the Ginkgo from 1785. It's a place where nature's beauty is preserved and celebrated, providing a serene escape from the bustling city life.
The pretty Hortus Botanicus in Amsterdam has very recently entirely renovated and replanted their succulent glass house. It's all a bit squeaky new and clean but will soon come into its own.
Here's pretty Scarlet Paintbrush, Crassula perfoliata var. minor. It hails from the dry areas of southern South Africa. No doubt it's visited at home by Hoverflies. The African continent has some 180 species of Hoverflies and a number of these are exclusive to South Africa. Eristalis tenax is not native to South Africa at all. It was introduced there from Europe possibly in the nineteenth century as it was to North America around 1875. This particular 'Amsterdam' Dronefly, though, is voraciously enjoying South-African Crassulan sweets. In fact, our Dutch Hoverfly seems quite at home on this Scarlet Paintbrush from Africa.
Here Tenax is shut out from the Cold Dutch Autumn in the pleasantly dry Tropical Glass House; it's nice to imagine that in South Africa its brothers and sisters can feast on Crassula in warmth out of doors...
Hortus botanicus Haren-Groningen
It is one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in the Netherlands. At the Hortus, which covers about 15 acres, there are a large number of very different gardens.
In addition to the various (botanical ) gardens, the Hortus also includes an authentic Chinese Ming garden with an authentic Chinese tea house. This garden, which has a different design than western gardens, is a gift from the city of Shanghai to the City and County of Groningen.
The Hortus was part of the University of Groningen (RUG) and until the 1980s’ played an important role in the teaching and research of Biology especially Plant Systematics. A national division of labor between universities and developments in science led to the minimization of the Hortus’ role within the RUG. Since 2002, the Stichting Behoud Groene Hortus (SBGH) has acted as custodian of the heritage of the RUG. As of 2012, the Hortus stands on its own feet financially.
In 1986, a Groningen trade mission visited several cities in China. While visiting a restaurant near the Long Hua temple in Shanghai, one of the members of the mission said that “they should have something like this in Groningen, too. And so it happened. Master Le Wei Zong, Shanghai’s famous urban garden architect, created the first designs during a visit to the Hortus. Shanghai provided construction materials and the Netherlands provided the necessary funds.
Almost all the material used to build the Chinese garden was shipped from China to the Netherlands, from the stones in the garden and the wood of the pavilions to the furniture of the Moaning of the Dragon Tea House. For seven months, dozens of Chinese workers laid out the park largely by hand, because “What you make by hand, you can put your soul into. The result of this cooperation between the Netherlands and Shanghai is the beautiful Chinese garden The Hidden Kingdom of Ming, which was officially opened by H.M. Queen Beatrix on April 12, 1995.
The Hortus Botanicus Leiden, nestled in the heart of the city, is a historical gem and a tranquil retreat. Established in 1590, it holds the distinction of being the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands, with a rich collection that has grown over four centuries. Visitors can explore the Orangery from 1744, tropical greenhouses from 1938, and a winter garden from 2000, each offering a unique glimpse into the plant kingdom. The garden's commitment to education and conservation is evident through its diverse flora, including exotic species and historical plants like the old Tuliptree from 1716 and the Ginkgo from 1785. It's a place where nature's beauty is preserved and celebrated, providing a serene escape from the bustling city life.
Leiden, a picturesque city in The Netherlands, is renowned for its 'Wall Poems' project. This unique initiative began in 1992 and concluded in 2005, transforming the city's facades into a canvas for poetry. Over 110 poems in various languages adorn the walls, celebrating the works of both international poets and local writers. Notable poets featured include E.E. Cummings, Langston Hughes, and Federico García Lorca. Each poem is presented in its original language, accompanied by Dutch and English translations on plaques. The project, funded by the Tegen-Beeld foundation and other sponsors, not only beautifies the city but also serves as an open-air gallery that promotes literature and cultural diversity. For those interested in exploring these poetic murals, guides and walking tours are available, offering a unique way to experience the city's literary heritage.
The Hortus Botanicus Leiden, nestled in the heart of the city, is a historical gem and a tranquil retreat. Established in 1590, it holds the distinction of being the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands, with a rich collection that has grown over four centuries. Visitors can explore the Orangery from 1744, tropical greenhouses from 1938, and a winter garden from 2000, each offering a unique glimpse into the plant kingdom. The garden's commitment to education and conservation is evident through its diverse flora, including exotic species and historical plants like the old Tuliptree from 1716 and the Ginkgo from 1785. It's a place where nature's beauty is preserved and celebrated, providing a serene escape from the bustling city life.
The Amorphophallus Titanum was in bloom just for 3 days.
A rare event.
Taken with Pixii and Voigtländer Color Skopar 21/4.
Hortus botanicus Haren-Groningen
It is one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in the Netherlands. At the Hortus, which covers about 15 acres, there are a large number of very different gardens.
In addition to the various (botanical ) gardens, the Hortus also includes an authentic Chinese Ming garden with an authentic Chinese tea house. This garden, which has a different design than western gardens, is a gift from the city of Shanghai to the City and County of Groningen.
The Hortus was part of the University of Groningen (RUG) and until the 1980s’ played an important role in the teaching and research of Biology especially Plant Systematics. A national division of labor between universities and developments in science led to the minimization of the Hortus’ role within the RUG. Since 2002, the Stichting Behoud Groene Hortus (SBGH) has acted as custodian of the heritage of the RUG. As of 2012, the Hortus stands on its own feet financially.
In 1986, a Groningen trade mission visited several cities in China. While visiting a restaurant near the Long Hua temple in Shanghai, one of the members of the mission said that “they should have something like this in Groningen, too. And so it happened. Master Le Wei Zong, Shanghai’s famous urban garden architect, created the first designs during a visit to the Hortus. Shanghai provided construction materials and the Netherlands provided the necessary funds.
Almost all the material used to build the Chinese garden was shipped from China to the Netherlands, from the stones in the garden and the wood of the pavilions to the furniture of the Moaning of the Dragon Tea House. For seven months, dozens of Chinese workers laid out the park largely by hand, because “What you make by hand, you can put your soul into. The result of this cooperation between the Netherlands and Shanghai is the beautiful Chinese garden The Hidden Kingdom of Ming, which was officially opened by H.M. Queen Beatrix on April 12, 1995.
The Hortus Botanicus Leiden, nestled in the heart of the city, is a historical gem and a tranquil retreat. Established in 1590, it holds the distinction of being the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands, with a rich collection that has grown over four centuries. Visitors can explore the Orangery from 1744, tropical greenhouses from 1938, and a winter garden from 2000, each offering a unique glimpse into the plant kingdom. The garden's commitment to education and conservation is evident through its diverse flora, including exotic species and historical plants like the old Tuliptree from 1716 and the Ginkgo from 1785. It's a place where nature's beauty is preserved and celebrated, providing a serene escape from the bustling city life.
A Bright and Sunny Day brought out the Exuberance of this marvellous Chaenomeles japonica (Thun.) Spach, as it's labeled in the beautiful Botanical Garden of Leiden. This Japanese Dwarf Quince was described in 1780 by the 'Japanese Linnaeus', Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828), who spent 1775-6 on Dejima, Nagasaki, as surgeon for the Dutch East Indies Trading Company (VOC).
The history of its European 'life' is not entirely clear to me (yet). Various learned authors give various readings as to when this Quince was introduced to Europe: 'after 1796', writes one; another '1869'; and in 1884, Curtis's Botanical Magazine claims 1874. In any case, in that year it was being sold by the horticulturist firm of Maule and Sons in Bristol, England. Hence one of our Chaenomeles's common names: Maule's Quince.
The Hortus in Leiden has another Quince, too - Chaenomeles speciosa, also called a Japanese Dwarf Quince. That particular Quince plant is quite ancient. It was brought to The Netherlands from Japan by that intriguing 'Man of Many Climes', Philipp von Siebold (see yesterday's Cherry Blossoms with Totem Pole) in the middle of the nineteenth century!