The founder, Kuo Chun-liang, spent years traveling across Taiwan to collect seeds and saplings of native plants before establishing this site.
The garden does not sell plants for profit; instead, it encourages visitors to learn about native species to promote environmental sustainability.
The site was established on a former wasteland that was transformed through years of soil improvement and horticultural labor.
The garden actively promotes the 'bank' concept, where plants are grown to ensure their survival and distribution rather than for landscape aesthetics alone.
Hua-Shu Bank, or Flower Tree Bank, is a conservation-focused botanical garden founded by retired educator Kuo Chun-liang in Dacun Township. The project operates as a community repository for native Taiwanese plant species, focusing on the preservation of rare or endangered flora rather than commercial nursery production. It features a diverse collection of indigenous flowering plants, trees, and shrubs planted across a reclaimed piece of land. The site serves as an educational space highlighting local biodiversity and the importance of ecological restoration in agricultural environments. Visitors can walk through landscaped paths that demonstrate how various native species interact within a managed ecosystem. The initiative functions as a 'bank' where the currency is the genetic diversity of local plants.
The central arched garden pathways where native flowering trees create a natural canopy.
Bring mosquito repellent, as the lush, natural environment is home to insects.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes as the paths can be uneven after rain.
Check local weather reports before visiting, as the garden is an entirely outdoor space with minimal cover.
Do not wander off marked paths to avoid disturbing the soil and sensitive plant roots.
The garden is maintained by volunteers and may have restricted access during extreme weather conditions or for private maintenance, so verify recent social media updates before arrival.
Practice 'Leave No Trace' principles; do not pick flowers or remove plant cuttings from the grounds.
