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*Last entry is an hour before closing

Finding Meaning in a Life with Orchids

Watercolor of orchid Phalaenopsis schilleriana

For life to be satisfying, many people find it helps to have a source of purpose–something or someone that guides and motivates them. For Dallas-area engineer Charles Hess, his source of purpose could be summed up in one word: Orchids.

Begonias Brighten January Days with Winter Blooms and Amazing Variety

Orange blooms on a begonia against dark green leaves

Midwinter is a quiet time outside in the Garden, with most plants dormant until the days grow longer. But in the greenhouses devoted to the Garden’s Begonia Collection, excitement is growing as these remarkable plants get ready to bloom. Learn more about the incredible variety of begonias and get started growing your own.

Protect Native Plants to Protect the Planet

Field of deep blue bluebonnets against a green field

April is National Native Plant month and a great opportunity to talk about the importance of native plants to the health of our planet. Native plants help preserve local wildlife, reduce water use and protect and restore soil, but these plants are threatened by invasive species, habitat loss and water quality issues. What is FWBG | BRIT doing to protect these plants? And how can you help?