Allerton Garden
In its own language: Lāwaʻi-kai
A tropical botanical garden by the sea on Kauai, Hawaii
Allerton Garden is an 80-acre botanical garden on the southern coast of Kauai, Hawaii, set in a lush valley beside Lāwaʻi Bay. Created by Robert and John Gregg Allerton, the garden features tropical plants, water features, sculptures, and is open to visitors for guided tours.
- Located on the south shore of Kauai, Hawaii
- Covers 80 acres in a valley by Lāwaʻi Bay
- Features garden rooms, pools, and sculptures
- Open to visitors for guided tours
- Filming location for movies like Jurassic Park
What is Allerton Garden?
Allerton Garden covers 80 acres in a valley on Kauai’s southern shore, bordered by Lāwaʻi Bay. Visitors walk through areas with tropical plants, garden rooms, pools, small waterfalls, fountains, and statues. The garden is known for its landscape design and the way it blends natural features with art and water elements. Guided tours take guests along paths lined with a wide variety of tropical species.
The history of Allerton Garden
The land where Allerton Garden now sits was once part of a sugarcane plantation. Robert Allerton and his adopted son John Gregg Allerton bought a section of this land in 1938 to create their own garden and home. They brought in plants from Hawaii, tropical Asia, and Pacific islands, and added sculptures and garden structures. The garden later became part of the National Tropical Botanical Garden network, which works to protect tropical plants.
What there is to see
The garden’s layout was planned by the Allertons, who combined tropical plants with pools, fountains, and sculptures. They created different garden rooms, each with its own character. Today, the garden is maintained by the National Tropical Botanical Garden and can be visited by guided tour, with an admission fee. The grounds are kept lush and green, with water features and shaded paths.
When to go
Allerton Garden is open to the public for tours. Visitors can see tropical plants, water features, and art throughout the year. The garden is a popular spot for those interested in landscape design and tropical horticulture, and it has also served as a filming location for several movies and TV shows.
Parts and collections
The garden includes several themed areas, or 'rooms,' each with its own design and plantings. Some areas focus on water features, while others highlight sculptures or particular plant collections. The garden’s layout and plantings have evolved over time as new species were added and different design ideas were tried.
Why Allerton Garden matters
Allerton Garden has appeared in films such as Jurassic Park and South Pacific, making it recognizable to many. The site also has historical ties to Queen Emma of Hawaii, whose former residence was moved to the valley. The garden is part of a larger effort to preserve tropical plants and showcase landscape architecture.
Questions people ask about Allerton Garden
Where is Allerton Garden located?
Allerton Garden is on the southern coast of Kauai, Hawaii, in a valley next to Lāwaʻi Bay.
Who created Allerton Garden?
The garden was designed and developed by Robert Allerton and his adopted son John Gregg Allerton after they purchased part of the valley in 1938.
What can visitors see at Allerton Garden?
Visitors can explore tropical plants, water features, garden rooms, fountains, and sculptures, all set in a lush valley landscape.
Has Allerton Garden been used in films?
Yes, the garden has served as a location for movies and TV shows, including Jurassic Park and South Pacific.
How can I visit Allerton Garden?
The garden is open to the public for guided tours, and visitors need to pay an admission fee to enter.
Good reading and sources
- Allerton Garden on WikipediaEncyclopedia
- More photos on Wikimedia CommonsPhotos
- Wikidata recordOpen data
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