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Rainbow of Coleus Colors in the Garden

Rainbow of Coleus Colors in the Garden

by Delaney Lynch | Jun 4, 2026 | Activities, Horticulture, Things to Do

How to Add this Vibrant Foliage Favorite to Your Life Did you know the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is home to one of the largest coleus collections in North America, featuring nearly 400 different varieties? Coleus is one of the easiest and most impactful ways...
Adding Garden Awe Walks to Your Life

Adding Garden Awe Walks to Your Life

by Delaney Lynch | May 15, 2026 | Activities, Life Enhancer, Things to Do

When Did You Last Experience Wonder? May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a perfect reminder to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and spend time in nature as the world bursts into bloom. Wonder comes naturally outdoors. And at the Greater Des Moines Botanical...
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