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The Leaf at Assiniboine Park – A Living Celebration of Diversity
Canada is a garden of cultures living in harmony and thriving together. This beautiful idea comes to life at The Leaf, a world-class horticultural attraction nestled in Winnipeg’s iconic Assiniboine Park. The Leaf is more than just a botanical experience—it’s a vibrant showcase of our shared heritage and the plants that shape our lives, both here and across the globe.
🧭 Plan Your Visit
Open Daily: 9 AM – 9 PM
Tickets: Available online through the Assiniboine Park website
Accessibility: Fully accessible with amenities for all visitors
Go to The Leaf at Assiniboine Park – A Living Celebration of Diversity Events or Education Page
Top Attractions – A Must to Experience.
🌱 A Journey Through Four Worlds
Step inside The Leaf and journey through four distinct biomes, each one telling a story of global botanical diversity and environmental harmony. As you explore, you’ll find yourself immersed in colour, texture, and fragrance, in spaces designed to engage the senses and spark wonder:
Tropical Biome: Wander through lush greenery and towering palms under Canada’s tallest indoor waterfall, surrounded by vibrant tropical plants from around the world.
Mediterranean Biome: Enjoy the soothing scents and warm palette of olive trees, grapevines, and herbs from regions like South Africa, California, and Southern Europe.
Babs Asper Display House: A constantly changing floral gallery that reflects global themes and seasonal inspiration.
Butterfly Garden: High above the ground, this enchanting space is filled with butterflies flitting among tropical blooms—a living kaleidoscope of motion and color.🌸 The Gardens at The Leaf – Outdoor Wonders Await
Outdoors, The Gardens at The Leaf spread across nearly 30 acres of thoughtfully designed greenspace. These gardens reflect our diverse cultural roots, culinary traditions, and sensory connections to nature:
Indigenous Peoples Garden: Honoring Indigenous plant knowledge and cultural traditions.
Kitchen Garden: Featuring edible plants and sustainable gardening methods.
Sensory Garden: Engaging all five senses through diverse textures, aromas, and sounds.
Performance Garden: A natural venue for outdoor events and performances.
Seasonal Garden: Rotating displays that change with the seasons.
The Grove: A peaceful, shaded area perfect for rest and reflection.🍃 Beyond The Leaf – More Garden Experiences in the Park
Your garden adventure doesn’t stop at The Leaf. Venture north in Assiniboine Park to discover even more lush beauty:
English Garden: A flowing, romantic landscape that offers an idealized yet approachable vision of nature, in contrast to the rigid symmetry of traditional formal gardens. Meandering paths and gentle plant groupings invite quiet exploration.
Leo Mol Sculpture Garden: Just beside the English Garden, this hidden gem blends artistic elegance with natural serenity, featuring bronze sculptures by the renowned Dr. Leo Mol nestled among flowers and mature trees—a true sanctuary for reflection and appreciation.🏛️ A Fusion of Nature and Innovation
Architecturally, The Leaf is a marvel. Its soaring spiral roof, inspired by the Fibonacci sequence, is crafted from translucent ETFE panels, allowing sunlight to flood the interior and sustain the rich plant life. The cutting-edge design by KPMB Architects and Architecture49 ensures an immersive experience without visual barriers—just wide-open space, light, and nature.
🍽️ Taste & Learn
Round out your visit with a stop at Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar, where menus are inspired by the very plants grown on-site and in Manitoba’s rich farmlands.
There are also educational spaces, family activities, and a curated gift shop to help you take a piece of the experience home.
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