This is one of the city's most beautiful spots. Well-tended gardens surround a man-made pond inhabited by coy and turtles. The large assortment of water lilies and other aquatic plants is truly a superb collection, and a pleasure to enjoy.
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The highlight of this park can be found as you follow the meandering walkway around specialized planting beds that feature low-water species. Each species is chosen because it grow well in Santa Barbara with minimum water. It is a labor of love with a message - beautiful plants don't have to consume lots of precious resources.