Anyone seen the flower beds on the medians along MLK in Des Moines? I'd like to replicate them for my yard. Any ideas? I know a few of the flowers, so I can identify them, but I want to make sure I have all of them.
How do I replicate flower beds like those along MLK in Des Moines Iowa?
Take pictures of the gardens you like to get an idea of the way the flowers are arranged. Include some closeups of individual flowers and plants. Take those pictures to a garden center with knowledgeable staff for help in identifying the various plants and translating the design to your own garden.
Reply:First off, you could call the Department of Public Works to find out who knows or who planted the flowers. Or call your local Garden Club.
Go to the library and get some books on flowers. You'll find some of the ones on the median, and much more.
I've been to Iowa City but not Des Moines, not in ages anyway. I'll try to take a look when I can.
Ah, I think we have some leads for you: below are the sites for the city of Des Moines, the Department of Public Works with a link and an address at the bottom of the page, and also a link to botanical gardens of Des Moines.
Good luck! I'm sure your garden will be looking wonderful!
Reply:Go on-line and see if you can get pictures of the gardens. They should be there somewhere. There may be an informational spot to click on. I would also see if you can get ahold of the curator of those gardens, there may be a list somewhere. But, if you can get pictures, one of you local garden centers may also be able to help you identify the plants. Good luck and happy gardening
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