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A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan via Instagram

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A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan

A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan via Instagram

This was taken during my second visit to the botanic garden during our trip to Milan last September. I was on my own for the day and wanted to take some more photos. The mosquitos were ferocious, but I got some cool shots. 

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A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan via Instagram

What is your favorite botanic garden? Leave a comment and share!

A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan

A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan via Instagram

This was taken during my second visit to the botanic garden during our trip to Milan last September. I was on my own for the day and wanted to take some more photos. The mosquitos were ferocious, but I got some cool shots. 

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A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan  via Instagram

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A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan 

A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan  via Instagram

This was taken during my second visit to the botanic garden during our trip to Milan last September. I was on my own for the day and wanted to take some more photos. The mosquitos were ferocious, but I got some cool shots. 

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Amaranth via Instagram

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Amaranth 

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A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan

“Species belonging to the genus Amaranthus have been cultivated for their grains for 8,000 years. Amaranth plants are classified as pseudocereals that are grown for their edible starchy seeds, but they are not in the same botanical family as true cereals such as wheat and rice. Wikipedia”

This photo is from my second visit to the botanic garden during our trip to Milan last September. I was on my own for the day and wanted to take some more photos. The mosquitos were ferocious, but I got some cool shots. 

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Castor Bean Leaf (Ricinus communis) via Instagram

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Castor Bean Leaf (Ricinus communis)

Castor Bean Leaf (Ricinus communis) via Instagram

A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan

While castor bean is a veritable weed here in Southern California in Europe they grow it as an ornamental. The leaves are quite large and structural, making a dramatic impact in the garden. 

This photo is from my second visit to the botanic garden during our trip to Milan last September. I was on my own for the day and wanted to take some more photos. The mosquitos were ferocious, but I got some cool shots. 

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A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan

While castor bean is a veritable weed here in Southern California in Europe they grow it as an ornamental. I must admit the seed pods are quite structural and beautiful.

This photo is from my second visit to the botanic garden during our trip to Milan last September. I was on my own for the day and wanted to take some more photos. The mosquitos were ferocious, but I got some cool shots. 

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Foreground/Background

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A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan

You can create layered views in even the smallest garden, making them appear larger than they are. Here, trees and a low hedge create a frame for the scene beyond. 

This photo is from my second visit to the botanic garden during our trip to Milan last September. I was on my own for the day and wanted to take some more photos. The mosquitos were ferocious, but I got some cool shots. 

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A scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera district of Milan

I believe this is a begonia but I didn’t capture any tag for it, so I leave it to you to tell me if I am right or wrong. 😀

This photo is from my second visit to the botanic garden during our trip to Milan last September. I was on my own for the day and wanted to take some more photos. The mosquitos were ferocious, but I got some cool shots. 

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Hibiscus In the Orto Botanico in the Brera District of Milan via Instagram

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Hibiscus In the Orto Botanico in the Brera District of Milan

Shining out against the darkness of the shade in the garden, this hibiscus almost glows.
This garden is hemmed in By buildings on each side and isn’t particularly large, but new vistas were always opening up as you walked about.

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Hydrangeas in the shade via Instagram

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Scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera District of Milan

Hydrangeas in the shade via Instagram

These hydrangeas were thriving in the warm, moist shade of the garden. 

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