Portion of the resort -style farm
This is a private farm garden owned by one of Metro Manila’s famous politician . The tour group was escorted by a security group upon reaching the place.
Koi pond
The group saw a lot of collections ranging from family pictures, paintings , antiques, potteries, furniture, santos, jars, figurines, furniture , books and the south east Asian style inspired architecture in each of the pavilion like structures which resembles Bali in Indonesia , Bangkok or even in Mainland China .
Asian inspired pavilion guarded by Chinese- Fu dogs
There is like a big botanic garden which had themed landscape from European style manicured lawn and themed portions which separates expensive palms, adeniums, ornamental plants, shrubs and flowering trees including several aviaries .
Shade house filled with blooming Dendrobium anosmum locally known as
( sanggumay ), Vanda hybrids, Vanda teres and native orchids
There are also several big green houses which housed the collections of cacti, succulents, orchids, bromeliads, ferns, cycads , aroids and anthuriums.
According to one of the caretakers, this is like a wonderland of plants from different parts of the world. The collection of the exotic plants spanned over 30 years which started during the pre-martial law days .
The group was treated to a sumptuous buffet style lunch which offered the best from the area.The group were very happy to spend some time in the resort style farm . Photo opportunities and small chit chat with the gracious hosts were the done after the lunch break.
man -made lagoon planted with lotus
There are several man-made pond and lagoons within the property which serves as a planting area for lotus, water lilies and were Peking ducks swim.
colorful service vehicle
The group needed a small service vehicle in order to tour the entire property.
Before the end of the day the group was again treated for a light afternoon snacks which consists of native rice cakes, young coconut pie , nuts and soft drinks.
crucifixion tableau scene late 19th century
According to the owner , they are planning to open the property to the public for a fee in a few years to come . The place is perfect for weddings, parties, location shooting , photo opportunity, convention , meeting place or simply a place to relax and to admire the wonders of nature.
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any tillandsia?
I have seen a few tillandsias at this controversial farm , I think you need to go to Insular Botanical Farm in Quezon province.
Just want to ask if you encountered a garden farm that sells lotus for ponds here in the philippines.thank you.
Just want to ask if you know where to buy lotus plant/flower for small ponds here in the philippines? Thank you.