Selby Gardens
Marie Selby gardens is one of those hidden gems that locals seem to neglect, myself included. I was born and raised in Sarasota, Fl and pass Selby gardens a couple of times a week. It was recently that I actually made it to the gardens, and I was amazed at the beauty within especially the orchids! There were thousands! and ones that smelled of chocolate!! I meandered through and followed the shaded side walk, I came across the koi pond! if I only had my fishing pole!! Just kidding! Those fish are BIG!!! I played with them awhile and then checked out the Banyan trees - gosh, those trees are fun climbing! After, climbing the trees I was a little hot (after all it is Florida) I went into the cafe for a cool drink, then I found a bench, in the shade, overlooking Sarasota Bay. The view is spectacular! The water was a blue/green and so clear that day! Just beautiful!
Selby Gardens is full of interesting facts on all kinds of botanicals, and wild life that live in rainforests. I just touched the tip of the endless things you can do at Selby Gardens! It's quite educational and a must see if you visit Sarasota, Fl.
