Botanical Gardens

There are many beautiful botanical gardens throughout the United States. Many of these gardens draw in hundreds of thousands of travelers each year. Botanical gardens offer a sense of peace and serenity that cannot be found in many places. Some of the country’s most popular gardens are host to rare and exotic flowers that cannot be seen in any other place. Here is a list of the most popular botanical gardens in the US.

Flower Shows Throughout the US

Flower shows are a great way to learn about the horticulture industry. Amazing artwork made from flowers and other plants are created just for the large flower shows to be displayed throughout the duration of each show. For example the Philadelphia International Flower Show, the largest in the country, has included an Eiffel Tower created and decorated with over 25,000 tulips in its latest show. The larger shows draw crowds that can be upwards of 250,000 people.

The flower shows in the US attracts those with a green thumb as well as novice gardeners looking to learn. The majority of the flower and garden shows are held in the spring time although a few take place in the summer months. Below is a list of the most popular flower and garden shows in the US.

 Horticultural Societies

There are quite a few horticulture societies throughout the US. Florida State Horticulture Society is the oldest in the country. It was formed in 1888 and has been a great source of education for many people nationwide. Groups such as the American Horticulture Society connect national horticulture experts with the public to help educate those about the preservation and promote their love of horticulture with others. Here is a list of some of the oldest horticulture societies in the country.