A variety of gardens offer beautiful examples of Mother Nature’s work and gardeners’ delicate care. Grab your floriculture bestie and make a road trip our of all the beautiful sites across the state.
Gardens
A. Powell Gardens
Powell Gardens, Kansas City's botanical garden, offers display gardens, interesting architecture and a nature trail on its 950-plus acres. The Marjorie Powell Allen Chapel, designed by architect Fay Jones, offers a quiet place for reflection and inspiration. The 18,000 square-foot Visitor Education Center houses Perennial Gifts gift shop, a cafe and classroom space, plus a glass-topped conservatory.
B. Missouri Botanical Garden
Founded in 1859, this is the country's oldest botanical garden in continuous operation. This St. Louis landmark contains 79 acres of gardens and historic structures. Outdoor and indoor displays include the Climatron tropical rain forest; Kemper Center for Home Gardening; Japanese Garden; George Washington Carver Garden; historic Tower Grove House; and the seasonal Doris I. Schnuck Children's Garden.
C. Carnahan Memorial Gardens
A striking complement to the Capitol, the garden is located next to the circa 1930s Governor's Mansion. The site is filled with flowers, reflection pools and walkways; it is open to the public.