Patch of Heaven Sanctuary, nestled in Miami Rock Ridge, South Florida, safeguards tropical hardwood hammocks, rare ecosystems of evergreen and semi-deciduous species, primarily West Indian. These hammocks, vital for native and West Indian plants, also shelter endangered wildlife like the Florida Panther and Key Deer.
Threatened by urbanization, efforts are underway to restore these habitats. Our sanctuary, spanning 20 acres with structures dating back to 1964, boasts a mature canopy, featuring trees like Gumbo-Limbo and Strangler Fig. We're expanding restoration efforts to an adjacent 20-acre area, replanting with seedlings from our hammock, ensuring the survival of this ecological treasure.