Proposals

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Want to pop the question at the location voted best in Des Moines by Cityview Readers? The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is the place for a memorable proposal. We offer a number of breathtaking indoor and outdoor locations for a moment to be remembered forever.

“I proposed at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and it was a dream come true for both of us.” groom2be

Proposal Package

$175 includes:

  • Admission to the Garden for up to four people
  • Semi-private location for 15 mins
  • + 45 minute-reservation for photography in the Garden (one-hour reservation total)
  • A gift box including; two mini bottles of Prosecco (21+) or non-alcoholic option, a small green plant, and a Botanical Garden memento item, 5% off a wedding rental
  • A Garden Coordinator for day of execution

Proposal Guidelines

Due to demand, proposals will be confirmed with payment in advance and should be scheduled at least two weeks prior to the proposal date. Proposals are available for a one-hour increment of time during normal, daytime Garden hours. No after-hours proposals will be available. We do not offer this package during our special events.

In addition to the garden etiquette and guidelines, please review and adhere to photography guidelines below:

  • Props are not permitted. Props include, but are not limited to, flowers, petals, signs, balloons, candles, or confetti.
  • Items are not allowed to be staked or attached to anything in the Garden. Guests may not enter or disturb any of the flower beds, plant displays, water features, or other structures.
  • Photographers are not allowed to block pathways or visitor access to any area of the Garden. Tripods, lighting, and reflectors are not permitted. Monopods are permitted outdoors only if there is no interference with guest access.
  • Guests may not leave the premises with open alcoholic beverages.

For questions, please contact us at [email protected] or dmbotanicalgarden.com/contact or click the contact us button below:

 

After you pop the question, unforgettable wedding ceremonies and receptions can be arranged with us as well. Please go to dmbotanicalgarden.com/weddings for more information.

Indoor Spots

Waterfall

Gardeners Show House

Gardeners Show House

Outdoor Spots

The Water Garden, July 2015. Photo by Kelly Norris.

Water Garden

An extension from the Ruan Allée, the Ruan Reflection Garden welcomes guests with a fountain and reflection pool in the center of the ellipse-shaped space.

Ruan Reflection Garden

The espalier wall in the Koehn Garden on Aug. 2. Photo by Kelly Norris.

Koehn Lawn

Tulips and grape hyacinths on the Principal Belvedere with hand-made twig sculptures. Photo by Kelly Norris.

Belvedere

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