Search results
Mandai Orchid Garden, setup by British lawyer John Laycock in the 1950s, was once Singapore’s oldest and largest commercial orchid garden. The original garden consist of a spacious showroom concept at the frontal portion to showcase the various hybrids with intensive production being carried out further upslope.
The Mandai Orchid Garden was established in 1951 by John Laycock, a prominent lawyer and one of the founders of the Malayan Orchid Society (now known as the Orchid Society of Southeast Asia). The garden was situated on a 5-hectare plot of land leased from the government along what is now Mandai Lake Road.
Feb 1, 2008 · The highlight of this privately owned orchid garden, established in 1951, is the stunning view of an orchid-filled hillside. Over 200 varieties, including the national flower Vanda Miss Joachim...
- 200 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore, 729827
- 62.7M
Mandai Gardens. Orchid Haven, Cloud Forest. Who doesn’t love a good story! The dramatic history of Papilionanthe Mandai Gardens is certainly one worth retelling, with its tale of a treasured family heirloom lost and then rediscovered under mysterious circumstances decades later.
Arranged in English garden style, orchid varieties are separated in beds that are surrounded by grassy lawn. Tree-growing varieties prefer the shade of the covered canopy. On display is Singapore's national flower, the Vanda Miss Joaquim, a natural hybrid in shades of light purple.
- (1)
- Singapore , Singapore
The Mandai rejuvenation project is being developed on land which used to house villages, farms, the former Mandai Orchid Garden, as well as existing zoo facilities. Guiding this development is a carefully conceived design and construction plan to ensure sensitivity to surrounding flora and fauna.
The garden is home to a variety of rare and exotic orchids, including the national flower of Singapore, Vanda Miss Joaquim. Orchid Garden is a must-visit for anyone exploring Singapore's rich cultural heritage. BOOK TICKETS. *Instant ticket delivery*. *Smartphone tickets accepted*.
People also ask
What is Mandai Orchid Garden?
Who owns Mandai orchids?
Who is the owner of Mandai garden?
Who started Mandai Orchid Gardens?
