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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 1d

Heads up, orchid lovers! The plant chandelier in the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory is serving up some serious blooms. 💅🌸 Bring your camera and come bask in its botanical beauty. Our doors are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 4d

Tiny trains + fall colors = immaculate vibes ✨ Chug on over to the model railroad garden any day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through October 31 to see our model trains in action before they pull into the station for the season.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 5d

Get ready for a frightfully fun night of after-hours thrills at Spooky Spirits on Saturday, October 18. Join us for this adults-only event filled with eerie-themed cocktails, ghoulish garden games and spine-chilling entertainment. Get your tickets here: ow.ly/kzsL50X5KMg

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 6d

Make the most of your weekend and join us for the final day of this year’s Japanese Ambience Festival. Come soak in the sights, sounds, and flavors of Japanese culture before the festivities wrap up today at 4 p.m.

All activities are included with garden admission or membership.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 7d

The Japanese Ambience Festival is here! Join us for this exciting weekend that celebrates the beauty of Japanese culture. Activities and performances will be going on throughout the day, and the full schedule of events can be found on our website: https://ow.ly/W89N50X5J7Q

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 7d

The Japanese Ambience Festival begins tomorrow at 10 a.m.! Come immerse yourself in the beauty and traditions of Japanese culture all weekend long through bonsai and ikebana displays, taiko drumming, martial arts performances, origami, calligraphy, tea ceremonies, and more.

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 9d

October has arrived and a spooktacular event is brewing! Mark your calendars for Ghoulish Garden Adventure on October 26 from 12 to 4 p.m. Bring your little goblins to uncover the mysteries of nature, grab ghoulish goodies, meet a few creepy crawlies, and conjure up some crafts.

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 10d

The schedule for this year’s Japanese Ambience Festival is here! View the full lineup of activities and performances at: https://ow.ly/b1RB50X4W6G

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 10d

We are just a week away from the last Tempo of Twilight concert of the season! Grab your friends, lawn chairs, snacks, and join us in the festival garden October 7 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. for an incredible performance by Omaha Broadway Bar. Tickets are on sale now at: https://ow.ly/PuTH50X3RZ7

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 11d

Dew drop in for something new! Starting this Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m., little learners can join us in the crafting nook of Sofia’s Play Garden for Dew Drops, a playful program full of stories, music, games, and hands-on crafts. No registration required.

📸Papesh Creative

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 13d

Today’s your final chance to experience this year’s Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show. Come browse a selection of curated antiques ranging from designer purses to handcrafted furniture to dazzling jewelry and more. The show closes at 5 p.m., so stop by and support your public garden!

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 17d

Just in time for fall, our mums are beginning to bloom! Come take a look at these precious flowers and discover the different varieties planted throughout the garden.

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 19d

The Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory is now open to the public, and we are so excited to welcome you back to this renovated space. Come explore a brand new collection of remarkable plants from 9 regions around the world and watch as they grow and bloom throughout the seasons.

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 23d

Even on gloomy days, the Robert H. Storz Family Rose Garden never ceases to amaze! Some roses are still putting out new buds, so plan a trip to come see them before the blooming season ends.

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 26d

Tonight is the 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 for Leashes at Lauritzen this year! Don’t miss your chance to treat yourself and your pup to a lovely stroll through the gardens. Fetch your four-legged friend and join us Monday, September 15 from 5 to 8 p.m.

📸Lindsey George Photography

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · Sep 10

Fall is almost here, and our hours are changing! Starting Wednesday, September 17 we will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, with Sofia’s Play Garden closing at 4:30 p.m. Members can still enjoy early access to the garden Tuesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. now through October 28.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · Sep 8

The Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory is looking greener by the day! Here’s a sneak peak at some of the progress happening in the tropical house. Come see the final results when it reopens to the public on September 20.

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · Sep 1

BIG NEWS! The Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory will be reopening to the public on September 20 featuring a new collection of rare and remarkable plants from around the world.

Garden members will receive an exclusive first look from September 17 to 19.

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Ross Nelson @libexec.net · Aug 27

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The view of a torii from a zig zag boardway.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · Aug 29

What’s growing on in the greenhouse? Mums, mums, more mums! We currently have 24 different varieties with over 4300 individual plants that are getting ready to add some fall color to the garden. Catch a glimpse of their progress through the horticulture complex windows.

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · Aug 22

Time is running out to experience our Tremendous Topiaries exhibit! Don’t miss the chance to see these incredible animal-shaped sculptures, crafted entirely from plants, on display through September 1.

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · Aug 18

Only 5 more nights of Leashes at Lauritzen! 🐾 Join us every Monday evening 5 to 8 p.m. for a pawsitively good time in the gardens. Meet fellow dog parents, capture furever memories among the flowers, and of course, smell all the things!

📸 Lindsey George Photography

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · Aug 13

Attention garden members! Don’t forget to reserve your tickets for this week’s FREE member’s only concert featuring Women of Rock tonight, August 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. Lawn chairs, picnics, and non-alcoholic beverages are permitted. Reserve your spot here: ow.ly/gnZ750WCiiE

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · Aug 12

Look what we spotted blooming in the color burst bed! Rose mallow (𝐻𝑖𝑏𝑖𝑠𝑐𝑢𝑠 𝑙𝑎𝑠𝑖𝑜𝑐𝑎𝑟𝑝𝑜𝑠) boasts large white flowers with an eye-catching red center that serves as a welcome sight for wandering hummingbirds. Come see this beauty and more throughout the garden.

Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · Aug 11

It’s the dog days of summer and what better way to spend them then at the garden with your best friend. Join us Monday nights from 5 to 8 p.m. as we open our doors to you and your canine companions for Leashes at Lauritzen.