US Botanical GardenThe US Botanical Garden is situated in the historical centre of Stellenbosch (US = University of Stellenbosch).
The Bonsai Section As the garden is small and compact (only 1,8 hectares), it has to focus mainly on miniature plants such as succulents, herbs, dwarf shrubs, bonsai and pot plants.This enables one to view, within a short period, an enormous variety of plants from across the globe.
One of the many benches in the garden The US Botanical Garden is also used extensively by students and other people who want to get some peace and quiet.There are many benches to sit down and enjoy some silence!
Biobuild Centre Organic and environmentally friendly products, unique to Africa can be purchased in the BioBuild Centre (gift shop).Products are displayed along with examples of the plants from which the products are made.
The Katjiepiering Restaurant The Katjiepiering Restaurant, besides its interesting menu, also boasts a "rainforest patio" where meals may be enjoyed.
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