Category: Gardens
Zoo’s New Entry Now Open
Zoo’s New Entry Now Open

The Indianapolis Zoo’s new entry is officially here! Officially opened on Memorial Day Weekend, this new guest entry experience that…

Biodiversity in Bloom
Biodiversity in Bloom

Published April 16, 2022 Travel with us to the tropics. Some spectacular orchids are currently blooming inside the Hilbert Conservatory….

Spring Species
Spring Species

Published March 11, 2022 While winter hasn’t quite left us behind, it’s certainly on its way out the door. By…

Changes in the Landscape at White River Gardens
Changes in the Landscape at White River Gardens

Published Sept. 8, 2021 Big changes are in the landscape at the Zoo and White River Gardens, including a new…

Choose Native Plants For Your Garden
Choose Native Plants For Your Garden

Published May 18, 2021 By Cátia CanteiroPlants and Fungi Coordinator, Global Center for Species Survival Medicines that treat illnesses. Fuel…

See Bonsai at White River Gardens
See Bonsai at White River Gardens

Published Aug. 12, 2020 The Hilbert Conservatory is about to have something brand new — bonsai!  Opening Sept. 8 and…

Nature Play Day
Nature Play Day

Summer is the perfect time for kids to go outside and explore, which is why we are hosting a Nature…

Signs of Spring
Signs of Spring

Tulips are a sign that spring has finally arrived, warmer weather is upon us and the busy summer season is…

The Buzz About Bees
The Buzz About Bees

By Greg Holthaus and Nina Evans Horticulturists In the spring of 2016 the Zoo’s Horticulture Department established a honey bee…

wildlife-friendly winter garden
wildlife-friendly winter garden

By Nina Evans Horticulturist Your flower bulbs aren’t the only living things trying to stay warm in your garden this…

Tasty Plants for Small Spaces
Tasty Plants for Small Spaces

By Nina Evans Horticulturist Some great fruits and vegetables, along with some tasty herbs, were grown in the White River…

Discovering Life Sciences Through Apprenticeship
Discovering Life Sciences Through Apprenticeship

The Indianapolis Zoo’s Animal and Horticulture Collections staffs were fortunate to have a little extra help this summer due to…