Bayou Gardens is a beautiful 25 acres of preserved and enhanced land found in Lacombe, Louisiana. The land features a variety of stunning colors from camellias, azaleas, and several other vibrant shrubs. Not only is this landscaping, which was founded by Louisiana Governor Richard Leche, but it is also a beautiful view for the eyes.  The story behind it is intriguing as well.

“The gardens are a hidden gem inside the Southeast Louisiana National Wildlife Refuge’s Complex at 61389 Highway 434 in Lacombe, with paths bordered by numerous varieties of camellias, as well as native azaleas”, as stated in the article written by nola.com. The article goes on to describe the history of the gardens by saying, “most of Bayou Gardens’ camellias were brought there by Leche. But the property’s history stretches back much further that his ownership. The land along the banks of Bayou Lacombe was once part of a Choctaw village. In the 1700s, it became a Spanish land grant with various owners.”

To read more detail on the history of this fascinating piece of land in Louisiana that dates back many owners and many years, click here.