Mead Botanical Garden in Winter Park is a public garden spanning more than 47 acres of gardens, trails and wetlands, located near Orlando. It was first established as a nonprofit in 1940 and named in honor of horticulturist Theodore L. Mead, who lived from 1852 to 1936. The garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to dusk, with free general admission, and is primarily cared for by community volunteers.
The garden includes a collection of plants native to Florida and diverse habitats that support birds and other animal life. It is known for its Night-Blooming Cereus, also called the Queen of the Night, a cactus that blooms once per year, usually in late May or early June. On that day, the garden stays open until 10pm.
Photographs for personal use are welcome. Professionals and businesses need to provide a business license and acquire an Open Space Business Permit with the City of Winter Park. Volunteers gather twice weekly on Tuesday and Friday mornings. Private events can be hosted at the Azalea Lodge. The garden is at 1300 S Denning Dr, Winter Park, FL 32789.
Press release issued by Winter Park Chamber of Commerce:
https://www.winterpark.org/2026/07/01/mead-botanical-garden-arts-culture-alliance/
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