History
The creative team behind The Gardens saw a need growing on campus - the need to enrich lives by connecting people with the living world of horticulture. The importance of plants to life on earth is immeasurable. We depend upon them for the air we breathe, the food we eat, the shelter we need, and the medicine we can't live without. Through our numerous programs and educational materials, guests can learn about ecosystems, growing food, growing plants, conserving water, and much more. In addition, recreation and events in our tranquil and eclectic landscapes will bring the community together.
Specialties
The Gardens are 27 acres of beautiful public gardens and green space on the Texas A&M University West Campus. Our first seven acres, the Leach Teaching Gardens, opened in 2018 and feature 21 demonstration gardens and a climate-controlled pavilion. Students and visitors can relax and learn simultaneously in a peaceful sanctuary on campus.