Mary Jane's Rose Garden, named for Harry P. Leu's wife, was added to the center of the gardens by the City of Orlando in 1990. With over 1000 plants it is considered one of the largest formal rose gardens in the state of Florida. This garden shows it impressive blooms in April through January. Throughout the gardens you will find a variety of flowering trees and annuals. The Central Florida subtropical climate ensures that something is always in bloom.
Directions to Leu Gardens:
I-4 exit 85 (Princeton Street). Head east to Mills Ave. (17-92), turn right. Turn left (east) on Virginia Drive which will curve into Forest Avenue. Leu Gardens will be on your right.
Be sure not to miss:
- The 50 foot floral clock
- Two acre Tropical Stream Garden
- Vegetable and Herb Garden
- Butterfly Garden
- Palm, Bamboo and Cycad Gardens
- Free admission for all Mom's on Mother's Day
- Free admission for all Dad's on Father's Day
- Jazz'n Blues Stroll - See April and October Dates
- Halloween stories in the gardens - See October Dates
- Decorated Holiday House - See November and December Dates
- Date Night in the Gardens
- Horticultural Classes
- Special Musical Performances
- Storytelling
- Plant Societies
- Guided tours are available for Adult groups and Schools.
- Nearly 30 different organizations have meetings at the gardens monthly.
- Leu Gardens can be reserved for special events including weddings.
