Jensen Botanical Gardens

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The Charles C. Jensen Botanical Gardens are botanical gardens located at 8520 Fair Oaks Boulevard, Carmichael, California. They are open during the daylight hours without charge. [1]

The gardens exhibit a variety of flora including camellias, dogwoods, azaleas, and rhododendrons.

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References

  1. "Jensen Botanical Garden". Carmichael Recreation and Park District. Retrieved 2024-07-31.

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