Horticulture & Collections

What’s in Bloom

What's blooming right now at the Atlanta Botanical Garden? Between the collections in the Fuqua Conservatory and outdoor gardens, there's always something beautiful to see. Remember, bloom times are subject to Mother Nature's whims, and the Garden is most lush in spring, summer and early fall. Here's a sample of what you might expect to see at the Garden this month.

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Hummingbird Flower

Be sure to check out this unique flower designed to attract hummingbirds by the Gainesville Event Lawn.
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Mountain Gordlinia

Take in the beautiful yellow blossoms on this hybrid cultivar next to the Forest Pond.
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Japanese Spikenard

The striking golden foliage of the 'Sun King' stands out in the Channel, Boardwalk and Beechwood Overlooks of Storza Woods.
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Switchgrass

The Levy Parterre boasts this dominant North American prairie grass that blooms in feathery plumes of purple whisps in fall.
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Strawberry Tree

It's easy to be fooled by the name of this compact tree in the Charleston Garden near Longleaf restaurant, but its fruit isn't quite what you'd expect.
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Giant Leopard Plant

Discover the large leaves and blooming flowers of this evergreen plant in the Cascades Garden.
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Ryan’s Yellow Hardy Mum

Spot this pale yellow fall favorite in the Color Border by the Vine Arbor on the Great Lawn.
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