As many of you know I really like the National Gallery and go there whenever I go to DC. I also go to the Hirshorn Sculpture Gallery (it was under construction this time) and very often to the US Botanic Garden. Things that make me happy are great art and plants!
Come on and explore the conservatory/ green house with me.
The US botanic garden is located close to the Capital on the east end of the mall. It was created in 1820 and is a greenhouse that has different habitats.
This area has rotating and seasonal exhibits. I really enjoy the exhibits here and this time was awesome- Agaves!
Next, is the jungle area, it is always very humid and has some really great plants!
| Peacock Plant | Rattlesnake plant | not sure, so colorful |
Maybe because it was February when I visited, this area was not very vibrant so I only got a couple of pictures. The plant is spearmint.
While this is a very small little space is is filled with beautiful orchids and a water feature that makes it one of my favorite places in the garden.
After living in Arizona for 16 years I feel right at home in the Desert area.
Now from the desert to Hawaii. This time I notice these cute trees. They are called cabbage on a stick.
From Hawaii we walk though a lush green primeval garden area.
Hope you enjoyed that tour. If you are in DC I highly recommend a stop at the US Botanic Garden. Like all museums all the mall it is free.
Here is a great picture of the Capital from right across the parking lot at the reflecting pool.
Sources:
United States Botanic Garden- Wikipedia
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