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Meet Sammy the Coconut Palm
Can a Coconut Grow in the Midwest? You betcha! Susan Koenen, the younger woman in the picture below, was the Deputy Probate Clerk of Putnam County,...
Lighting Up Holiday Nights
Displays of holiday lights in public venues are a popular part of the annual celebration of the season. The displays utilize twinkle lights in many...
Impact the Community
What keeps the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden growing as it seeks to cultivate diverse plant collections, offer experiences for all ages,...
What’s Brewing this October?
Craft brewing's monster growth! An economic impact report highlighting the craft brewing industries’ contributions to the state’s economy found that...
Come See Our Killer Plants!
Carnivorous Plants We've got a collection of alluring, killing, and insect eating plants in the Botanical Garden. Carnivorous plants have evolved to...
Indoor Plant Arrangement Ideas
As the weather changes--looking to bring the outdoors in? Here's how to mix your houseplants to create beautiful indoor landscapes—dish gardens,...
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