Flower Power Comes to Philly

The Philadelphia Flower Show is an annual rite of spring for me, even if it comes a few weeks early. It invariably inspires me and gives me hope that I will soon be gardening.

The 2019 show titled “Flower Power” pays homage to the music and culture of the 1960s and the 50th anniversary of Woodstock. It also explores the pervasive role that flowers play in our lives. The show runs from March 2 through the 10.  

2016 Flower Show  theme “Explore America,”  celebrated our National Parks

This year a world-renown event, the FTD World Championship, will at the show from March 1-3. The championship will bring together top designers from 23 countries for the three-day competition. Visitors can watch designers compete during the opening days of the show. The competition has not been held in the United States since 1985. Visitors can watch designers compete and their displays will remain on display for the entire show.  

New Features

‘Home Gardener’s Hub’ offers gardeners of all backgrounds advice and solutions on a range of topics. It also will feature educational exhibits created by horticultural students.

‘Potting Parties:’ Learn the tricks of the trade for container gardening. Seats are free but you should make a reservation.  Click here to register.

Exclusive floral design workshops and demonstrations will be led by past and present competitors from the FTD World Cup.

2018 Theme was the “Wonders of Water: and featured water falls and the rain forest.

The Classic Favorites

‘Hamilton Horticourt’ offers an inspiring, if not a touch intimidating, view of how spectacular plants can become under the proper care of amateur gardeners.

‘Butterflies Live’: Looking for a touch of summer? Walk into a room filled with butterflies.

‘Fido Friday’ allows pet and plant lovers to bring their pet with them to the show on the final Friday of the show.

Other classics? Try the Early Morning Tours, the ‘Designer’s Studio,’ the Flower Show Shops, ‘Make & Take,’ and more.

Ticket Information

For details about tickets go to https://theflowershow.com/tickets

he 2017 Philadelphia Flower Show, “Holland: Flowering the World,”  featured thousands of tulips

Hours and Other Information

For hours and other information, visit https://theflowershow.com/plan-your-visit/show-info    

The Philadelphia Flower Show supports Philadelphia Horticultural Society’s mission to connect people with horticulture and to develop beautiful, healthy, and sustainable communities.

More information about the flower show will be following soon. Stay tuned.

~ Laura

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