Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Today Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is among the nation’s oldest and largest Victorian glasshouse featuring lush tropical plants, palms, orchids and a miniature orchid collection, ferns and succulent plants, seasonal flower shows and butterflies. Outdoor gardens and collections include: the Discovery Garden, Japanese Courtyard Garden, Outdoor Garden, bonsai, perennials, herbs and aquatic gardens. Phipps Garden Center conducts environmental programs, ranging from introductory and informal courses to structured programs for avid gardeners and horticultural professionals. [ info ]