http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlA complete list of Whats On at Kew Gardenshttp://www.viewlondon.co.uk/images/view_logo_rss_small.gifhttp://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.html60http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlhttp://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlThis 300 acre site is one of the most impressive gardens and botanic research centres in the world. Originally started as just 9 acres in 1759, this royal favourite was given over to the state in 1841. Sir Joseph Banks and William Aiton were largely responsible for planting the huge variety of lush greenery that exists today. Other famous features include the 10-storey high Chinese Pagoda from 1761, and the Chilean Wine Palm raised from seed here in 1846, now over 60ft tall. The Princess of Wales Conservatory houses palms, orchids, ferns, giant water lillies, cacti and much more in 10 different habitats ranging from desert to tropical. Something to do in all kinds of weather. (Jan-Dec, Mon-Sun 9.30am, closed Dec 24 & 25)http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlhttp://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.html (Mon-Sun 11am & 1.30pm, closed Dec 24 & 25)http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlhttp://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlHead to the Tropical Extravaganza for an exotic feast for the senses. (9.30am - 5pm)http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlhttp://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.html (From Feb 4, Sat 1.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm, booking essential, ends Feb 25)http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlhttp://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlA tour and a planting demonstration. (From Feb 7, Tue, Thu 1.30pm & 2pm, 2.30pm, demonstration, booking essential, ends Mar 1)http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlhttp://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlCharles Jencks discusses his landscape work. (Feb 29, 7pm)http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.htmlhttp://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/kew-gardens-whats-on-venue-19781.html (Mar 3, 1.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm, booking essential)