Over a period spanning more than two centuries, the Botanical Garden in the heart of Tartu has been shaped into a wonderful sanctuary that is worth visiting in all seasons. From early spring to late autumn, open ground plant beds provide an enjoyable and a seasonally changing view. In winter, when the Garden is covered in snow, visitors can find shelter in the principal greenhouse where exotic tropical and desert plants grow.
In addition to the principal greenhouse and the Arboretum, the Botanical Garden currently has 11 open ground sections: Plant Systematics, Estonia's native plants, the Alpine Garden, the Rose Garden, the Perennial Garden, the Peony Garden, the Iris Garden, the Clematis Garden, the Heath Garden, the Moss Garden and the Herb Garden.