Spring Into the Garden
March 28, 2025
Spring Into the Garden

Grow Happy.

Looking for something unique for your home garden? Ready to become a plant parent? Interested in learning more about lilies, hostas, African Violets or Bonsai? Just want a place to go with your family and/or friends for art, garden decor, and refreshments this spring? For four days only, the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden transforms into a one-stop shop set within one of the most beautiful garden spaces in town.

Why Buy at the Spring Garden Market?

When it comes to purchasing indoor or outdoor plants and garden items, many face a decision: where to go? While the convenience and often lower prices of big box stores may seem tempting, please remember that purchases at the Spring Garden Market offer a range of benefits well worth considering.

  1. Healthy, High-Quality Plants One of the most compelling reasons is the superior quality of plants. The Botanical Garden staff are dedicated to ensuring each plant is well-watered, properly fed, and nurtured. This attention to detail translates into robust, thriving plants more likely to flourish once they’re planted in your home garden.
  2. Diverse Selection If you’re seeking something unique or specific—such as rare varieties or native plants—there is a more focused range of options.
  3. Expert Gardening Advice The Botanical Garden’s expert horticulture team is a group of passionate gardeners with extensive knowledge. They are eager to share their expertise on various aspects of gardening during Spring Garden Market. They can offer insights into local soil conditions, common pests, and tailored care advice for your plants. This personalized guidance can be invaluable for both novice and experienced gardeners.
  4. Personalized Service You will enjoy a more personal shopping experience with attentive helpers taking the time to understand your specific needs and preferences.
  5. Supporting the growth of the Botanical Garden, and more. You’re enhancing our shared community by giving your dollars toward supporting the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, local artists, independent growers, garden centers and plant societies. All of this works toward fostering a vibrant local economy. And, gardening has many personal benefits, including improved health, stress reduction, and joy.

Conclusion

Whether you have a home garden, a home filled with plants, or both, the Spring Garden Market at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is not to be missed.

Spring Garden Market
Thursday May 8 through Sunday May 11

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