Orchids

Throughout the country, orchids decorate the streets, gardens, and homes. There are around 1300 recognized species of orchids in Costa Rica, most of them (but not all) having a fantastic scent. Marvel at orchids in Lankester Botanical Garden, Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita, Jardín de Guarias, La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park, Monteverde Orchid Garden, and Piedras Blancas National Park. The flowers bloom at the beginning of the rainy season, usually around May.