Tucked behind a small research library in Corona del Mar is one of the most unexpected botanical escapes in California. 📚🌿 It has everything: koi ponds, desert flora, tropical greenhouses, and a café that smells like heaven. 🌸🥗 Originally built to house historical archives on the Pacific Southwest, the library is still active, but many visitors come for the garden magic just beyond the doors. ✨ If you plan to visit Orange County, don’t miss this hidden oasis that feels more like a private European retreat. 🌺 📍TheShermanGardens in VisitNewportBeach #VisitCalifornia #ShermanGardens #BotanicalGarden #NewportBeach #OrangeCounty