Last week I posted about our trip to see the beautiful orchid show at MO Botanical Garden. While we were on the grounds, we also strolled through the famous Linnean House. It, too, was a treat!
Mr. Henry Shaw, founder of MO Botanical Garden, built this interesting structure in 1882 to winter-over his citrus trees and other types of plants. He named it in honor of Mr. Carl Linnaeus who actually developed the botanical naming system for plant material. Part of the Linnean House hosts cacti and succulents, while the other portion is home to camellias, small citrus and jasmine trees.
A small water feature adds interest and humidity.
The Linnean House is the oldest greenhouse west of the Mississippi River and we're fortunate to be able to enjoy it yet today!
Happy Monday!