Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce

About Heathcote Botanical Gardens

Heathcote Botanical Gardens in Fort Pierce features specialty garden rooms including a Japanese Garden, Reflection Garden, Herb Garden, Rainforest Display, Native Plants Garden, Secret Garden, and Palm & Cycad Walk. Visitors stroll through these interconnected areas bordered by flowering shrubs, bulbs, trees, vines, and herbaceous plants that thrive in the region's transition zone between warm-temperate and subtropical climates. The gardens display both native Florida flora and exotic plants from around the world, with labeled plant collections helping visitors identify species they may want to cultivate at home. A renowned bonsai collection draws plant enthusiasts. The gardens host seasonal events including Family Fun Days and the annual Fall Garden Festival. The location accommodates well-behaved leashed pets for a per-animal fee. Photography sessions may be arranged for family portraits, milestone celebrations, and other styled shoots. The gardens operate Tuesday through Saturday mornings and select Sunday afternoons, with adjusted schedules seasonally.