Coordinates: 51°02′46″N 114°04′09″W / 51.04611, -114.06917
The Devonian Garden is a large indoor urban park in Calgary, Alberta. The indoor park covers 2.5 acres (10,000 m2) of climate controlled area located on three floors of the Toronto Dominion Square in downtown Calgary, near pedestrian Stephen Avenue. The gardens closed to the public on August 30, 2008 for renovations, expected to last 18 months.
The garden contains more than 20,000 plants[1] representing 135 tropical and local species, decorated with waterfalls, fountains, bridges, koi and turtles pools.
Sections of the park have been named Quiet Garden, Sun Garden, Creek Bed, Reflecting Pond. Various sculptures dot the garden, which also hosts a permanent art exhibition showcasing the work of local artists.
The gardens were designed by J.H. Cook Architects and Engineers and donated to the city of Calgary by the Devonian Group of Charitable Foundations and Calford Properties. The construction cost was 9 million dollars.
The public opening took place in September 1977. The fully enclosed botanical garden is maintained by Calgary Parks and Recreation Department, a branch of the local administration.
Waterfall in Devonian Gardens
- The pools and ponds re-circulate 85,000 gallons of water.
- The gardens are brightened by 400 and 1,000 watt metal halide lights.
- 1.6 km of walkways cross three levels of indoor gardens.
- 16,000 plants were imported from Florida for the park opening.
- Plants are changed 18 times every year, emphasing seasonal themes.
- Source: Park brochure[2]
