Madeira

The mountainous islands of Madeira, 570 km off the coast of Africa, have a warm, wet and windy climate. Gardeners are attracted by its flora and also by its gardens: Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro, Jardim Tropical da Quinta do Monte Palace, Jardim Botanico da Madeira, Quinta da Boa Vista, Quinta da Palmeira.


Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro
Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro » The garden is often referred to as Blandy's Garden as it has been owned by the Blandy family since 1884. There is a sunken garden, topiary and an entrance drive planted with camellias (flowering season December to April). Read more on Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro »


Jardim Tropical da Quinta do Monte Palace
Jardim Tropical da Quinta do Monte Palace » Formerly a hotel, the Monte Palace and its garden were purchased by Jose Berardo and restored and opened to the public in 1989. The garden has a famous collection of ceramic tiles, oriental gardens and a number of water features. Plant collections include both indigenous and exotic collections. Read more on Jardim Tropical da Quinta do Monte Palace »

Quinta da Boa Vista » Quinta da Boa Vista is famous for its Orchid Houses. There are also collections of South American bromeliads, Australian martinetes and African aloes. Read more on Quinta da Boa Vista »


Jardim Botanico da Madeira
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Jardim Botanico da Madeira » The garden was laid out in 1881 and moved to its present site in 1960. The garden is on a steep slope and there are excellent views over the Bay of Funchal from the garden. Read more on Jardim Botanico da Madeira »

Quinta da Palmeira » Situated on high ground overlooking Funchal, the sloping garden is terraced. There are some interesting flowering trees and garden seats decorated with Portuguese tiles. Read more on Quinta da Palmeira »