More than 2,000 varieties of herbs from throughout the world are grown in the garden. Workshops, lectures on several facets of herbal arts. Restaurant features herbal meals at selected times. (Reservations required.) Modified schedule for winter months. Farm, shops, greenhouse, garden open year-round. 16 miles east on F.M. 787. For restaurant reservations and information, call 281/592-5859.

The restaurant is part of Chain-O-Lakes Resort which offers camping, picnicking, hiking, and log cabin lodging along nature trails in forest at the western edge of the Big Thicket National Preserve. Call for information about Chain-O-Lakes and country inn bed and breakfasts.