Tropical Spice Garden
Opened on 27 November 2003, TROPICAL SPICE GARDEN is an agrotourism project showcasing over 500 varieties of exotic and endemic tropical flora, particularly spices, spread over eight acres of secondary jungle. This project is endorsed by the Penang State Government and privately funded by Bertam Consolidated Rubber Co. Ltd., a company involved in palm oil estates in Malaysia. The main focus of the Garden is to create awareness of the natural environment and the importance of plants through its vital programmes of conservation, education and research.
The Garden, conceptualised by David and Rebecca Wilkinson, was started by assembling a team that included landscape designer, Lim In Chong, and Frederick Walker, as Project Manager. With conservation and education rooted into the design concept, the team took on the challenge of harmonising over 500 species of tropical flora with the natural valley fronting the Strait of Malacca. Preservation of the indigenous flora and fauna together with maintaining the original topography of the site was crucial to achieving this objective. Water was to be a prominent feature. Natural and recycled building materials salvaged from pre-war shop houses or sourced from antique stores locally were used extensively in the construction of the built structures. Our Garden uses organic compost and biological pest control in its quest for biological diversity and environmental awareness.
Visitor Centre
VISITING HOURS : Open 9 am to 6 pm daily. Last admission at 5.30 pm.
TOUR CHARGES
* Free for children under 4 years of age
Tropical Spice Garden
Lone Crag Villa, Lot 595 Mukim 2,
Jalan Teluk Bahang, 11100 Penang, Malaysia.
Tel & Fax : 604 - 881 1797
Email : tsg@mpevans.com.my
Photo Gallery
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Opened on 27 November 2003, TROPICAL SPICE GARDEN is an agrotourism project showcasing over 500 varieties of exotic and endemic tropical flora, particularly spices, spread over eight acres of secondary jungle. This project is endorsed by the Penang State Government and privately funded by Bertam Consolidated Rubber Co. Ltd., a company involved in palm oil estates in Malaysia. The main focus of the Garden is to create awareness of the natural environment and the importance of plants through its vital programmes of conservation, education and research.
The Garden, conceptualised by David and Rebecca Wilkinson, was started by assembling a team that included landscape designer, Lim In Chong, and Frederick Walker, as Project Manager. With conservation and education rooted into the design concept, the team took on the challenge of harmonising over 500 species of tropical flora with the natural valley fronting the Strait of Malacca. Preservation of the indigenous flora and fauna together with maintaining the original topography of the site was crucial to achieving this objective. Water was to be a prominent feature. Natural and recycled building materials salvaged from pre-war shop houses or sourced from antique stores locally were used extensively in the construction of the built structures. Our Garden uses organic compost and biological pest control in its quest for biological diversity and environmental awareness.
Visitor Centre
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SPICE MUSEUM Our galleries host collections on the origins of the spice trade, historical spice routes and how spices are produced or processed on permanent display. There is also a gallery dedicated to a changing show or exhibition. |
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GARDEN SHOP Ask for any of the interesting and unusual plants found in the Garden, many of which are propagated for sale. Gardening accessories and organic fertilizers and a helpful gardening tip or two are also available. |
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SPICE CAFÉ Our hilltop café is the ideal setting for a relaxing cup of spiced tea or coffee with superb bay and sunset views. The menu features innovative set meals and delicious teas made from fresh local herbs and spices. Catered services for special occasions are available. |
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GIFT SHOP We have a fantastic selection of gift and souvenir items including spices, toiletries, T-shirts, caps and stationery exclusively designed for the Garden and a comprehensive selection of horticultural literature for both beginners and specialists. |
VISITING HOURS : Open 9 am to 6 pm daily. Last admission at 5.30 pm.
TOUR CHARGES
| Garden & Visitor Centre | Self-guided | Tour Guided Tour |
| Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) | RM 28 | RM 45 |
| Adult | RM 13 | RM 20 |
| Child (aged 4-12) | RM 5 | RM 5 |
Tropical Spice Garden
Lone Crag Villa, Lot 595 Mukim 2,
Jalan Teluk Bahang, 11100 Penang, Malaysia.
Tel & Fax : 604 - 881 1797
Email : tsg@mpevans.com.my
Photo Gallery
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