The DC Traveler » flowers http://www.thedctraveler.com A Washington DC insider’s travel guide that’s full of area information for both tourists and residents. Covers area attractions, activities, events, nightlife, memorials and monuments, historic sites, museums, the Smithsonian, site see Tue, 08 Sep 2009 18:17:43 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Photo of the Week – First of the Season http://www.thedctraveler.com/2008/06/photo-of-the-week-first-of-the-season/ http://www.thedctraveler.com/2008/06/photo-of-the-week-first-of-the-season/#comments Mon, 02 Jun 2008 19:01:20 +0000 http://www.thedctraveler.com/photo-of-the-week-first-of-the-season/ Post from: The DC Traveler

]]> Right on schedule for the beginning of June, the first water lilies of the season just bloomed around Washington, DC.

White Water Lily

Image: from personal collection – ©2008, Jon Rochetti

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]]> Remembering today is Earth Day…

Spring Blooms 

Thanks Mother Nature!

Images – from personal collection – © 2008 – Jon Rochetti

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A Sign of Spring

Images – from personal collection – © 2008 – Jon Rochetti

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]]> Doritaenopsis Orchid - Flickr - Manjith KainickaraEscape the cold of winter and visit the tropical warmth where orchids flourish, at the Orchid Show at the U.S. Botanic Garden in Washington, DC.

Orchids (Orchidaceae) are the largest family of flowering plants, with over 22,000 documented varieties.  The most common use of orchids is not for flower arrangements, but for the making of vanilla extract and flavorings.  But orchids are usually known for their beauty and floral fragrance.

White Orchids - Flickr - RJMalfalfaPink Orchid - Flickr igrrl

The show will feature the diversity variety of the orchid family exploring its adaptation, wide range of colors and beauty.

An Alphabet Garden of Orchids Flower Show
U.S. Botanic Garden
100 Maryland Avenue, SW – across from the U.S. Capitol
Washington, DC  (map it)  Izumi orchid - Flickr - Hawaiian Sea

Dates and Times – Daily, through April 13, 2008, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Admission – Admission is free. No tickets required. No tripods allowed on weekends.

Nearest Metro Subway Station – Federal Center SW – Orange or Blue lines or use the DC Circulator.

Parking – Weekday street parking is tough, but can be easier on weekends, when the government employees aren’t on The Hill. 

Images – Flickr 

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]]> Established in 1927, the 450-acre U.S. National Arboretum was designed for scientific research, education, and conservation of plants, trees and flowers.
Springtime is a great time to visit, plus, there are events and shows almost every week. Some require advanced registration and a fee, but more are free. You can walk, bike, drive or take a tram ride (details below) through the park.

Azeleas Bonsai

With magnolias, boxwoods, azaleas, a grove of State trees, a bonsai museum, a large herb garden, plus numerous flower beds including daffodil, daylilies, and more.
 

Upcoming Shows

  • Camillia 1Camellia Show – free
    Saturday, April 14, 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 15, Noon – 4:00 p.m.
  • Japanese-influenced Sogetsu Floral Design Exhibit – free
    Friday, April 20 – Sunday, April 22, 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  • Azalea Tours – $15 per person and registration is required
    Wednesday, April 25, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, and Monday, April 30, 10:00 a.m. – Noon
  • Garden Fair Plant Sale – free, in the New York Avenue parking lot
    Saturday, April 28, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • Bonsai Display – free
    April 28 – May 6, daily 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Also check out the calendar of events or see what’s in bloom before your visit.

Japanese Ikebana Flower ArrangementTram Tours – You may also take an open-air 35-minute tram tour through the park.  The noon-stop tour provides a recorded presentation with information about the Arboretum, its history, mission, research and the various gardens.  Tram tours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis daily at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

U.S. National Arboretum
3501 New York Avenue, NE – about 2 miles from the Capitol Building
Visitor entrances at the corner of New York Avenue and R Street
Washington, DC 20002-1958
 202-245-2726

Hours – open daily 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tickets- Admission is free.  Tram tour – Adults – $4.00, seniors – $3.,00, kids 4-16 – $2.00, kids under 4 are free. 

Dining – there is no food service at the park, but you may bring your own picnic.

Nearest Metro subway station– Stadium Armory Station – Blue and Orange lines. Transfer to the B-2 Metrobus to Bladensburg Road.  Then a 2-block walk to R Street. Turn right on R Street and continue 2 blocks to the Arboretum gates.

Parking – free parking is available throughout the park

Photo credits: Flickr
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