41st anniversary of The Times of India, Bengaluru: From expansive spaces in colonial compounds to finding space in apartment corners, city’s ornamental gardens have changed over time

Bengaluru's ornamental gardening scene has transformed over four decades, blending British and Indian practices with diverse species. While multi-story buildings limit garden spaces, people enhance homes with plants like Queen Victoria Agave and Snake Plant. Gardeners are adopting organic methods and rainwater harvesting, balancing aesthetics with environmental sustainability, even as scientists explore ornamental plant potential for various applications.

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