Английская Википедия:George L. Luthy Memorial Botanical Garden
George L. Luthy Memorial Botanical Garden, usually just Luthy Botanical Garden, is a Шаблон:Convert botanical garden and conservatory located in Glen Oak Park, near the corner of Prospect Avenue and Gift Avenue in Peoria, Illinois, United States.
History
The garden was established in 1951. It is named after George Littlewood Luthy, who was president of Peoria's Commercial National Bank (now part of PNC Bank) and a Trustee of the Peoria Park District, which owns the garden.[1]
The garden is a member of the American Public Garden Association (APGA).[2]
Flora
The garden now contains more than 300 genera, with an emphasis on roses, perennials, annuals, hosta, hemerocallis, and herbs.
Gardens
Luthy Botanical Garden has 15 themed gardens. Specific gardens include an all-season garden, herb garden, perennial garden, rose garden, viburnum collection, wildlife garden, and woodland garden. Native prairie grass and wildflowers are also on display.[3]
Conservatory
The conservatory is Шаблон:Convert and features tropical plants, orchids, and seasonal displays.[1]
Shows
Annual shows and events
| Show | Est. | Month(s) | Host(s) | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lily Show | March–April | [4] | ||
| Spring Plant Sale | late April | [4] | ||
| Orchid Show | 1966 | May (Mother's Day) | Peoria Orchid Society | [5][6] |
| Hosta Garden Walk | June | Central Illinois Hosta Society | [7] | |
| Mum (Chrysanthemum) Show | mid-October to November | [5][8][9] | ||
| Poinsettia Show and Candlelight Walks | 1951 | December | [10][11][12][13] |
Other shows
- The Classic Garish Garden Show, 2005–2010 in February, featuring lawn flamingos, garden gnomes, and toilet fountains[14][4]
It is open daily. Garden admission is free; a fee is charged for the conservatory.
See also
References
External links
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