Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden

Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden The entire site covers approximately 15 acres which varies from dense forest to open ponds and gardens.

Celebrating 90 years in 2026, the historic Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden is the only frost-free tropical forest and botanical garden in the continental United States showcasing over 560 species of native, endangered, and threatened plants. The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden is the only 'frost-free' botanical garden in the continental United States and offers a chance to

learn about native flora and fauna of the Florida Keys. There are 12 trails in the Key West Tropical Forest each one averaging less than 1/10 mile.

📚 Story Time UpdateUnfortunately, our Story Time on Tuesday, September 1st, has been cancelled.We know many of our littl...
09/01/2026

📚 Story Time Update

Unfortunately, our Story Time on Tuesday, September 1st, has been cancelled.

We know many of our little explorers were looking forward to joining us, and we’re sorry for any disappointment. Thank you for your understanding, we can’t wait to welcome you back for our next Story Time adventure! 🌿📖

📚 Story Time UpdateUnfortunately, our Story Time on Tuesday, July 28 has been cancelled.We know many of our little reade...
07/27/2026

📚 Story Time Update

Unfortunately, our Story Time on Tuesday, July 28 has been cancelled.

We know many of our little readers were looking forward to joining us, and we're sorry for any disappointment. Thank you for your understanding we can't wait to welcome you back for our next Story Time adventure! 🌿📖

🌺 Looking for the perfect plant? We've got you covered!Stop by our Native Plant Sale this Saturday and every third Satur...
07/15/2026

🌺 Looking for the perfect plant? We've got you covered!

Stop by our Native Plant Sale this Saturday and every third Saturday from 10 AM–1 PM and discover beautiful Florida native plants, plus composting tips and a fun nature activity for kids.

📍 Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden
5210 College Road

See you in the Garden! 🌿

06/23/2026

🦋 Signs you’re a good host:

✔️ Beautiful scenery
✔️ Plenty of food
✔️ Guests keep coming back
✔️ A Zebra Longwing chooses your plant to lay her eggs

This Corky Stem Passionvine (Passiflora suberosa) just got a five-star review from a butterfly mom.

As a host plant for Zebra Longwings, it’s where eggs are laid and caterpillars begin their journey to becoming butterflies.

🌿 Corky Stem Passionvine
• 1 gallon $10
• 3 gallon $20

Available now at the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden.

Yoga in the Garden is canceled today (6/23).We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Thursday, 6/25, from 10:00–11:...
06/23/2026

Yoga in the Garden is canceled today (6/23).

We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Thursday, 6/25, from 10:00–11:15 AM for Prime of Life Yoga with Yoga Key West.

Thank you for your understanding, and we’ll see you in the Garden soon! 🌿🧘‍♀️

📍 Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden
📞 Reserve your spot: 305-304-5635 Monica Haskell

🌿🎨♻️ Tomorrow at the Garden! Join Us for a Morning of Creativity, Sustainability & Native Plants! ♻️🎨🌿Spend your Saturda...
06/19/2026

🌿🎨♻️ Tomorrow at the Garden! Join Us for a Morning of Creativity, Sustainability & Native Plants! ♻️🎨🌿

Spend your Saturday surrounded by nature while exploring everything the Garden has to offer!

🌱 Native Plant Sale
Grow your own habitat with native plants that support pollinators, wildlife, and a healthier Florida Keys ecosystem.

♻️ Soil Social: Compost Village
Bring your compostables and learn how food scraps and yard waste can become nutrient-rich soil. Watch live demonstrations and discover simple ways to reduce waste at home.

🎨 Nature is Art Children’s Workshop
Young artists can create nature-inspired masterpieces while exploring the Garden through creativity, imagination, and hands-on discovery.

📅 Tomorrow – Third Saturday of the Month
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Compost & Plant Sale)
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Children’s Art Workshop)
📍 Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden
5210 College Road, Key West

💚 Members receive free admission to the Children’s Art Workshop. Nonmembers $10 per family
🌿 Native plants available while supplies last.

Come connect with nature, learn something new, and help us celebrate the Garden’s 90th year as The Keeper of the Trees.


🐢 It’s nesting season for Red-eared Sliders (Trachemys scripta elegans)!During late spring and summer, female sliders le...
06/17/2026

🐢 It’s nesting season for Red-eared Sliders (Trachemys scripta elegans)!

During late spring and summer, female sliders leave the water to search for a safe place to lay their eggs. Keep an eye out as you explore the Garden. You may spot one on an important mission!

Our turtles are especially fortunate to call the Garden home. The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden features two of the last remaining natural freshwater ponds in the Florida Keys, providing valuable habitat for turtles and other wildlife. These rare freshwater ecosystems also serve as an important migratory stopover for neotropical birds.

While Red-eared Sliders are non-native in the Florida Keys, they have become familiar residents of our freshwater ponds and are frequently spotted by visitors exploring the Garden.

When you visit, be sure to stop by the pond and try out the musical instruments nearby. Whether it’s the vibrations, the activity, or simple curiosity, our sliders often seem to gather when visitors start making music. 🎶🐢 It’s one of our favorite Garden traditions!

📸 Photo Copyright: © Brandon Higdon via iNaturalist (CC BY-NC). Photo taken at the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden.





🌿📚Storytime is today!There’s always something happening in the courtyard! From fluttering butterflies and busy pollinato...
06/16/2026

🌿📚Storytime is today!

There’s always something happening in the courtyard! From fluttering butterflies and busy pollinators to curious spiders and sunbathing turtles, nature is full of surprise and our youngest explorers are often the first to spot them! ✨🔍

Join us for a fun morning of stories, crafts, nature discoveries, and outdoor play as we explore the wonders all around us. Every week brings new opportunities for curiosity, creativity, and connection with nature.

📚 Storytime at the Garden
🕙 Tuesdays | 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden

🎟️ Free admission • Free Storytime
💚 Donations are always appreciated and help us continue offering educational programs for local children and families.

After Storytime, families are welcome to enjoy the Garden trails and playground at their own pace.

We can’t wait to see you this morning! 🕷️🕸️🦋🐢

🌿 New Face in the Forest! 🌿We’re excited to welcome Emma Fuller to the Garden as our newest horticulture intern!Emma is ...
06/11/2026

🌿 New Face in the Forest! 🌿

We’re excited to welcome Emma Fuller to the Garden as our newest horticulture intern!

Emma is joining us from Texas A&M University and will spend the summer getting her hands dirty (literally!) while learning from every corner of the Garden. From horticulture and conservation to education and visitor experiences, she’ll be shadowing staff to discover what goes into keeping this special place thriving.

Internships like these help cultivate the next generation of environmental and horticultural professionals by providing valuable real-world experience beyond the classroom. Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and exposure to a variety of career paths, students gain practical skills while developing a deeper understanding of conservation, stewardship, and the many roles that support a living landscape.

Let’s give Emma a warm Key West welcome as she begins her summer adventure with us! 🌴✨

Drop a 🌺 in the comments to welcome her to the Garden!

Address

5210 College Road
Key West, FL
33040

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

(305) 296-1504

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