Secret Garden - Lotus

Rare cycads, cacti, and an "abalone shell" pool.

Located just 30 minutes from Atlanta, this hidden gem was originally a fishing pond transformed by a Vietnamese couple into a stunning sanctuary of lotus flowers. Peak bloom is in July and August . Lotus Secret Garden

Because it is in a residential area, advance tour reservations are required . Rare cycads, cacti, and an "abalone shell" pool

Recognized as one of the top botanical gardens in the world, Lotusland features over 3,000 plants across 37 acres, including a dedicated Water Garden with lotus blooms. Because it is in a residential area, advance

Admission is technically free, though there is a donation box on-site for upkeep. Location: 3901 Minnow Rd, Rex, GA 30273. 2. Ganna Walska Lotusland (Montecito, California)

37-acre estate & botanical garden with 3,000+ plants, including rare cycads, cacti & euphorbias.