The garden holds an accredited collection of over 100 species of tropical fruits and edibles.
The Brazilian Garden was designed by renowned landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx.
The site includes the Kapnick Caribbean Garden, which mimics the unique island geography of the Caribbean Basin.
The garden serves as a site for the 'Plants of Concern' program to track rare and endangered Florida species.
The Smith Children's Garden is specifically designed with interactive water features and secret hideaways.
The garden's location incorporates remnants of historical shell mounds from the Calusa people.
It is an accredited Level IV arboretum, the highest level of certification by the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program.
The garden maintains a dedicated 'Water Garden' featuring massive Victoria amazonica giant water lilies.
Naples Botanical Garden is a 170-acre world-class garden complex featuring seven distinct ecosystems and cultivated gardens. The grounds showcase over 1,000 species of tropical and subtropical plants from around the world. The design centers on the Brazilian Garden, the Florida Garden, and the Children's Garden, integrated with over 90 acres of restored native habitat. A key feature is the Scott Florida Garden, which focuses on indigenous flora and local ecology. Visitors can navigate approximately 2.5 miles of walking trails that wind through both formal landscapes and wild preserve areas. The garden maintains a focus on international conservation, particularly within the Caribbean and Southeast Asian collections. It operates as a non-profit organization dedicated to plant research and environmental education. The site utilizes a series of interconnected lakes that support diverse local wildlife, including bird species and turtles.
The lily pads and tropical blooms surrounding the central pier in the Brazilian Garden.
Bring a refillable water bottle, as the Florida heat and humidity are significant even in cooler months.
Apply sunscreen and insect repellent before arriving, as many trails are exposed to direct sunlight and marshy areas.
Check the daily events calendar upon arrival for guided tram tours or specialized botanical walking tours.
Do not attempt to traverse the entire 90-acre preserve section in mid-day summer heat, as shade is minimal in the outer trails.
Open daily year-round, though some garden sections may occasionally close for private events or seasonal maintenance.
Walking on flower beds is prohibited; stay on designated mulch or paved paths; do not collect plant specimens or seeds.
