Photo by Jason Boudreau-Landis
Embark on a botanical journey at the Arboretum's Spring Flower Show, where you’ll marvel at more than a dozen breathtaking displays, crafted by our talented staff and community partners. This year's installations will transport you to Enchanted Spring Gardens that explore the interconnectedness of plant life and how each phase from bud to fallen leaves sustains future generations and creates wonder in the beauty of nature.
Admire a lush tapestry of floral vignettes, tropical foliage, sublimely scented herbs, bubbling fountains and whimsical fairy gardens. Plus, don't miss special events throughout the Flower Show including After Hours with the Flowers, Fairy Garden Workshops, afternoon teas in the Tea Room, a fun Woodland Friends Hunt and special art exhibitions.
Ticket Details
Admission to the 2025 Spring Flower Show is included with general daily admission. Become an Arboretum member to save on admission and special events!
2025 Spring Flower Show Features
Visitors will find four main areas to visit during the show — including floor-to-ceiling vignettes and gardens in the Oswald Visitor Center Great Hall; displays throughout the balcony and Rootstock cafe; more eye candy in the Snyder Building and Andersen Horticultural Library and the finale with tropical plants in the balmy Conservatory! Special features include...
- An ever-changing display of floral exhibits by a different local florist or designer every week of the show.
- Birds and Botanicals: Spot birds in sculptural form among the blooms as part of a special art exhibit that intertwines the elegance of avian life with the lushness of plant forms. Featured artists are Fawzia Khan, Mindy Sisk and Patty Carmody Smith.
- Herb garden: Touch and smell plants in this aromatic garden to lift your spirits and calm your system.
- Mushrooms: Learn how to follow sustainable harvesting and foraging practices, see mushrooms in all their stages of growth, and experience the wonder of nature’s recyclers breaking down plant matter into its most basic building blocks.
- Botanical Weavings of branches, grasses and other plants collected from the Arboretum grounds will hang from the beams of Oswald Visitor Center.
- Enchanted Woodland Village: Imagine a world where elves and gnomes cavort featuring fairy houses - small and a new human-sized creation.
- Woodland Friends Hunt: Join the quest to find our woodland friends! Five mischievous enchanted creatures have wandered out of the forest and are now hiding among the Flower Show blooms. Pick up your guide at the Information Desk and uncover their hiding spots — if you can! They love to explore, so check back each week to see where their adventures take them.
- Uncover the hidden layers of plants: Terrariums reveal the layers of healthy soil and roots in plain sight, giving you a chance to slow down and see the smallest details.
- Rootstock: Enjoy a meal or snack from the delicious variety of house-made soups, salads and sandwiches at Rootstock, open from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. Round out your meal or snack with a fresh pastry, muffin or cookie. Wine and beer are available as well.
Birds and Botanicals
Get ready for a special art exhibit interspersed with the florals: Birds and Botanicals is an exhibition that beautifully intertwines the elegance of avian life with the lushness of plant forms through various mediums. This collection showcases a variety of sculptural pieces that celebrate the delicate relationship between birds and the flora that surrounds them. Featured artists are Fawzia Khan, Mindy Sisk and Patty Carmody Smith.
In addition to the birds, visitors will see changing floral arrangements from local florists stationed in the Great Hall. Learn more about these florists
Additional Exhibitions
Other art exhibits that will be on display during parts of the Spring Flower Show include...
- Cafe Gallery: Our Favorite Places (Feb. 15-March 16)
- Reedy Gallery: Minnesota Mosaic Guild: Fragmented Beauty (Feb. 18-March 31)
Also, the 7th Annual Flora and Fauna Illustrata will be on display in the Skyway Gallery from Jan. 31-April 20, in part during the Spring Flower Show.
Q. Do members get a discount to the Spring Flower Show?
Yes, members receive their regular membership discount as the Spring Flower Show is included with General Daily Admission. Members should just reserve tickets as they usually do with their login credentials.
Already purchased tickets and want to upgrade to a membership? Call 612-301-1257 or visit the Membership Desk in the Oswald Visitor Center. A portion of your paid admission can be applied towards a membership.
Q. As an Arboretum member, do I need a special ticket for the Spring Flower Show special events?
A. Yes, you will need a special ticket and the Gold Pass Lane will be closed after hours. Depending on the event, your ticket price includes live music, presentations and time to enjoy the flower show. Visits during regular Arboretum hours do not require a special ticket.
Q. What other attractions are available during the Spring Flower Show?
Visitors can find food and beverage options at Rootstock, shop in the Gift & Garden Store and stop into the Andersen Horticultural Library for special exhibits.
Q. Is there food and beverage available during the Flower Show?
Yes! Visitors can find a variety of food and beverage items during the day at Rootstock. See the special event descriptions for those food options.
Q. Is the Flower Show wheelchair/stroller accessible?
Yes! The Flower Show is indoors in the Oswald Visitor Center and the Snyder Building, which are accessible.