A showcase of 150,000 living plants representing 2,500 species,
displayed in both formal and natural settings. 10,000-sq.-ft. glass
conser-vatory planted with more than 2,500 tropical plants native
to Central and South America. Small waterfalls, ponds, and pathways
throughout give visitors an idea what might be encountered in
tropics. Garden Center open daily 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Conservatory
open Apr. - Oct. Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Nov. - Mar. closes
at 4 p.m. In wooded southwestern section of Trinity Park.
Conservatory in the Cultural District; open daily. Entrance to
botanical gardens free; fee for conservatory.