Inside the San Diego Botanic Garden’s Rare Houseplant Greenhouse

Location: San Diego Botanic Garden, USA
Species: House Plants
Added: 2025-11-20
Recorded: 2022-9-17
Source: Epic Gardening

Join me for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the San Diego Botanic Garden with Director of Gardens John Clements. Step inside their remarkable houseplant greenhouse, home to some of the world’s rarest species — from the legendary Philodendron spiritus sancti to unusual pitcher plants held as criminal evi-dence. Discover extraordinary terrariums, fascinating collections, and a side of the garden few visitors ever see