Herb Garden Sundial, Denver Botanic Gardens - Denver, CO
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Outspoken1
N 39° 43.869 W 104° 57.658
13S E 503344 N 4397918
This sundial is dedicated to the gentleman who designed the herb garden.
Waymark Code: WMN1BA
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 12/06/2014
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The engraving on the gnomen reads:
This Sundial
in Memory of
Persis McMurtrie Owen
Designer of the West Herb Garden
1964
"Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street presents a wide range of gardens and collections that illustrate an ever-widening diversity of plants from all corners of the world. Distinctive gardens define and celebrate our Western identity and a unique high altitude climate and geography.
Botanical Interest:
Herbs in over 150 varieties grow in this intimate garden.
Especially for Gardeners:
Staff and volunteers are sometimes there to answer your questions about growing herbs. A variety of classes about herbs are offered as well.
It's a Fact:
This garden was inspired by the monks of the Middle Ages who grew plants in segregated plots and jealously guarded their secrets." (from (
visit link) )
The Denver Botanic Gardens does charge admission:
Members: Free
Adults: $12.50
Seniors (65 and over): $9.50
Students with a valid ID: $9
Children 3-15 $9
Children 2 and under Free
The gardens are open from 9 am to 4 pm, except for special events. Always check their website to make sure they are open.