Part of what makes spring and summer so special is all the flowers in bloom. What better way to view a colorful display of flowers than by heading to one of the Prairie State’s magnificent botanical gardens. The Washington Botanical Park in Illinois is smaller than some gardens around the state but no less beautiful. In fact, it’s quite a sight to behold.

As part of the Springfield Park District, Washington Park Botanical Garden is set on 20 acres and features 1,800 species of plants.

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This is a place to escape from the city, immerse yourself in nature, and learn about a wide variety of plants and trees.

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Enjoy the display of colors provided by the annual and perennial flower beds. You’ll see a gorgeous rainbow of blooms!

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There are a total of 10 gardens throughout Washington Park. There’s even a rose garden with 5,000 plants by The Conservatory.

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The Conservatory is a spectacular sight in and of itself. It has a dome that is 50 feet in diameter and houses approximately 150 species of mostly exotic plants.

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A walk around Washington Park Botanical Garden is a serene escape. You’ll feel so calm and at peace as you explore the grounds and look at all the gorgeous flowers.

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Within this botanical garden, you will also find the 132-foot tall Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, one of the largest carillons in the world!

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When is the last time you’ve explored the beautiful Washington Park Botanical Garden in Illinois? Do you have another favorite botanical garden? Please let us know in the comments. For more information, visit the Springfield Park District’s website and the Washington Park Botanical Garden’s Facebook page.

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Another botanical garden worth visiting is Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois, and it is truly magical!

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