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Botanical Gardens in Los Angeles County, California

14 botanical gardens in Los Angeles County. Every location page has sunrise and sunset azimuths, a monthly golden hour table, Milky Way windows and nearby spots.

Top botanical gardens

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical GardensBotanical Garden
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical GardensLos Angeles County
Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic GardenBotanical Garden
Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic GardenLos Angeles County
Mildred E. Mathias Botanical GardenBotanical Garden
Mildred E. Mathias Botanical GardenLos Angeles County
The Japanese GardenBotanical Garden
The Japanese GardenLos Angeles County
Descanso GardensBotanical Garden
Descanso GardensLos Angeles County
Desert Garden ConservatoryBotanical Garden
Desert Garden ConservatoryLos Angeles County
California Botanic GardenBotanical Garden
California Botanic GardenLos Angeles County
Huntington Desert GardenBotanical Garden
Huntington Desert GardenLos Angeles County
South Coast Botanic GardenBotanical Garden
South Coast Botanic GardenLos Angeles County
Gen. Charles S. Farnsworth County ParkBotanical Garden
Gen. Charles S. Farnsworth County ParkLos Angeles County
Virginia Robinson GardensBotanical Garden
Virginia Robinson GardensLos Angeles County
Wrigley Botanical GardensBotanical Garden
Wrigley Botanical GardensLos Angeles County
California State University Northridge Botanic GardenBotanical Garden
California State University Northridge Botanic GardenLos Angeles County
Earl Burns Miller Japanese GardenBotanical Garden
Earl Burns Miller Japanese GardenLos Angeles County

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How to photograph botanical gardens

Gardens are best on bright overcast days or early mornings when dew is fresh and the wind is calm.

  • A macro lens or close-up filter opens a world of detail — try a shallow aperture against a soft background.
  • Many gardens restrict tripods or charge for photography; check the rules before you go.
  • Backlit petals glow; position yourself so the sun is behind the flower.
  • Seasonal exhibits (orchids, tulips, cherry blossoms) draw crowds — arrive at opening.
  • Kaleidoscopic and abstract images are great for flower close-ups — try the online kaleidoscope tool.

Season: Spring bulbs and blossoms, summer perennials and autumn color; glasshouses offer winter subjects.