Cleveland Botanical Garden Flower Show

Every two years, the Cleveland Botanical Garden welcomes spring with a lavish showing of twenty specially-created gardens, expert lecturers and demonstrations, and a world-class horticulture and flower-arranging competition. This, the largest outdoor flower show in North America, is held over Memorial Day weekend. The 2009 dates have not yet been announced.

What is the CBG Flower Show?: The Cleveland Botanical Garden Flower Show is modeled after the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show in London. The CBG Flower Show, the largest outdoor show in America, features all-new show gardens, an exhibit hall filled with floral art from all over the US, a bustling garden marketplace, and a variety of expert lecturers and demonstrations.

Show Gardens: In addition to the ten acres of award-winning permanent collection gardens at the CBG, the twenty gardens at the 2007 show were set up around six theme gardens, which explored the show's "Rhytnm and Hue" theme; four temporary show gardens, designed by top are designers; non-profit gardens, which seek to educate viewers about conservation issues, respect for natural resources, and the bond between horticulture and the environment; and OLA Gardens, small gardens designed by members of the Ohio Landscapers' Association.

Show Events: Special events in conjunction with the 2007 show included a magical preview party. In addition, there was a luncheon with top Dutch floral designer, Pim van den Akker, and a Dutch floral workshop.

Hours and Admission for the 2007 Show: The Cleveland Botanical Garden Flower Show is open May 24 - 27 from 10am to 8pm and on Monday, May 28, from 10am to 5pm. Advance tickets are $12 for CBG members and $16 for non-members. Tickets at the door are $14 for CBG members, $20 for non-members, and $6 for children 4-12. Children 3 and under are admitted free. All-Show passes are $30 for members and $40 for non-members.

Tickets are available via the CBG Web site or by calling 216 721-1600.

Parking: Three are lots are reserved for Flower Show patrons, with complimentary shuttle service to and from the show. In addition, there is on-site valet service for $15.

Contact Information: Cleveland Botanical Garden
11030 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
216 721-1600
888 853-7091

Hotels near the Cleveland Botanical Garden: The Intercontinental Hotel (check rates), at the Cleveland Clinic, is less than a mile away from the Garden and offers elegant accommodations as well as a full range of services. Smaller and more intimate is the Glidden House (check rates), just around the corner. It's a charming bed and breakfast inn, created out of an historic mansion.

Cleveland Botanical Garden Flower Show Photo Gallery: I had the good fortune to visit the 2007 Cleveland Botanical Garden Flower Show and came home with lots of pictures. Join me for a visit to the CBG Flower Show.

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