The Garden Tourist's Florida

From the publisher:

Discover the many beautiful gardens in the Sunshine State, from Miami to St. Augustine, Orlando, Naples and Sarasota.

• Learn about the exciting tropical fruits and flowers brought to the US by plants explorers and collectors
• Enjoy the flamboyant paintings of Salvador Dali and the sculptures of modern artists.
• Steep yourself in the Gilded Age while touring mansions and elegant formal gardens at Vizcaya and The Ringling.
• Experience the healing power of gardens that provide tranquil settings for relaxation.
• Immerse yourself in the gardens with the thousands of butterflies, exotic birds and animals.

These are just some of the 80 destinations you'll experience on this exclusive tour of Florida's gardens. With evocative text and stunning photographs, garden designer Jana Milbocker leads you on a tour of these magnificent gardens, sharing their histories, horticultural highlights, and personalities along the way.

Whether you love exploring gardens or gathering ideas for your own landscape, this book is an armchair getaway brimming with inspiriation.

By Jana Milbocker. Published by Enchanted Gardens. ISBN 9780998833538, 204 pp.