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Trick or Trees

Join the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden for Trick or Trees presented by Voya Financial! Event Details This festive, family-friendly event includes activities, entertainment, and trick-or-treating in the Garden. Visitors can participate in creeptastic educational activities about trees and spooky botanicals. Costumes are encouraged! Check back later for more details! Member, Adventure Pass holders, and Museums for All (WIC and SNAP EBT card holders) – free Adult – $12 Senior – $11 Active Military – $11 Children 2-12- $9 Children 1 and under – free Check back later for more details! Thank you to our 2023 community partners! Des Moines Children’s Museum Iowa Nut Growers Association Iowa Wildlife Center Polk County Conservation Polk County Master Gardeners, ISU Extension and Outreach

Mid-Iowa Cactus & Succulent Display + Sale

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Discover a succulent paradise at the Mid-Iowa Cactus and Succulent Society’s (MICSS) annual Display and Sale, hosted by the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. Immerse yourself in a stunning display of rare and unusual plants that will leave you awestruck. From charming cacti to enchanting succulents, this event is a must-see for plant enthusiasts. A large number of plants will be on sale with vendors Chaos Cactus from Oklahoma, Bedwell Gardens, and club members. Experts will be on hand to answer your questions. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to explore these captivating treasures and take some home for your own collection. Included with general admission. Desert Scavenger Hunt

Fall Bulb Sale Sept 1-30

Shop this month-long online sale starting Sept 1 and running through Sept 30 featuring unique bulb varieties* selected by Botanical Garden horticulturists, including plants featured at the Botanical Garden. *Subject to availability. Shop will open on Sept 1 CLICK HERE TO SHOP ONLINE STORE SEPT 1-30 ONLY Pickup will be Saturday, October 12 from 9am-4pm in our parking lot. There will be signage to direct you to the location.  There will be staff there to assist you. There will be no pick up in the lobby of the Botanical Garden. Pickup instructions will be listed upon checkout.  

No "Happy Hours" Tuesday, Sep 10—We will close at 5PM.
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