The Ins & Outs of Barbados 2022

51 Sightseeing Andromeda Botanic Gardens Created by multi-award winning horticulturalist Iris Bannochie who planted an unparalleled variety of plants collected from around the world. It is the original Barbadian garden created both for pleasure and science, fostering conservation, research and education. The trees are particularly interesting. There is a small al fresco café serving local Bajan lunches, tea and coffee. (246) 433-9384 sharon@andromedabarbados.com Flamboyant Nurseries Specialising in orchid rentals (dendrobiums), minimum 4 plants. Call André Williams (246) 266-6721 or Sue Williams (246) 826-4344 r.andre.williams@gmail.com Tropical Garden Barbados Perched on the side of the picturesque St. John valley, Tropical Garden has a stunning collection of Caribbean plants, palms, flowers and select orchids. The garden tour consists of a pleasant stroll through various landscaped features with an interesting path through this stunning and quaint tropical garden. The path is wheelchair accessible. Bird feeders throughout encourage birdlife. The garden is sustained through the use of caught rain water. The bar is open daily and there is a comfortable patio for relaxing with a cool drink and a light snack. There is a well stocked gift shop. (246) 433-0306 cince@foster-ince.com | Groves, St. George Open Daily 9am-4pm (Closed Mon in summer from May-Oct). Michael Waithe - Orchid, Bromiliad and Air Plant Collector and Enthusiast For private tours of his garden, plant purchases, rentals or landscaping with orchids, call Michael Waithe. (246) 233-1486 waithes@caribsurf.com