We visited Kew once, but with small children in tow. There was no way we could absorb even a fraction of all they have to offer. Unfortunately a return visit didn't quite mesh with our recent travel itinerary either. Your experience has me thinking it should be on our "must see" list the next time around.
Thank you soooo much for this post, Dan. I've never been to Kew and at this stage of my life and living far on the other end of the world, it's highly unlikely I will get there. You have wetted my appetite to seek out books and articles to get a handle on the scope of the place. I hadn't realised it was 500 acres - a few yes, but not 500! And isn't it reassuring to know that there are gardens in the world entirely devoted to keeping species going for the world's sake? Thanks again.
Lovely words Dan!
We visited Kew once, but with small children in tow. There was no way we could absorb even a fraction of all they have to offer. Unfortunately a return visit didn't quite mesh with our recent travel itinerary either. Your experience has me thinking it should be on our "must see" list the next time around.
Thank you soooo much for this post, Dan. I've never been to Kew and at this stage of my life and living far on the other end of the world, it's highly unlikely I will get there. You have wetted my appetite to seek out books and articles to get a handle on the scope of the place. I hadn't realised it was 500 acres - a few yes, but not 500! And isn't it reassuring to know that there are gardens in the world entirely devoted to keeping species going for the world's sake? Thanks again.
Wow!! Kew sounds amazing! It's so sad to think of all the plants that have been lost, but I'm glad Kew can help redeem those days a little.