Edmonton, along with a lot of Alberta, has had a cold snap! After enduring a week-long deep freeze (the longest since the 90’s!) which looks to go for 12 days we were craving some outdoor time! The Muttart Conservatory in Edmonton made for the perfect place! This botanical garden consists of four glass pyramids, each with a different biome. Tropical, Arid, Temperate and a feature pyramid which changes to a new themed biome every couple of months.

Each of the three permanent pyramids evoked memories of different places in Australia. The temperate pyramid reminded us of the Lower South East and Victoria, the arid pyramid reminded us of the Yorke Peninsula (home) and the tropical pyramid reminded us of Queensland.

At the time of our visit the feature pyramid was themed ‘Tranquil Gardens’. The second you entered this pyramid you were overcome with the most delicious smell and the water features and relaxing music created an atmosphere that lived up to its name.

While in the temperate pyramid we overheard local kids refer to it as “the Edmonton pyramid” so we got a glimpse of what we can expect to see once the blanket of white melts away come spring.

The Arid pyramid with its succulents and hardy, drought tolerant plants reminded us a lot of home on the Yorke Peninsula of South Australia.

The Tropical pyramid was so warm and lush and green.

Here is a link for the Muttart Conservatory for anyone interested in finding out more! https://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_events/muttart-conservatory.aspx

Thanks for checking in! Elyse

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