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2525 4th Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201
309.794.0991
qcgardens.com
Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
(open late Tuesday until 7pm)
Sun 11am-5pm
The Botanical Center closes at 4pm November-March
Holiday hours may vary and are listed at qcgardens.com.
Bringing people and plants together in fun and meaningful ways
B R O C H U R E F U N D E D B Y
Rauch Family Foundation I
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AMY PORTEREXECUTIVE [email protected]
Welcome To The
Welcome to the Quad City Botanical Center! We are so glad you have dedicated time to enjoying our gardens. We know that your experience is going to be wonderful. Our gardens and grounds are so perfectly fluid. For some, we provide a quiet place to unwind, disconnect, and rest the mind. For others, we are a source of inspiration, to photograph, to paint, or to recreate function and form into our own landscapes. And still, for others, we are a place of wild imagination, secrets, wonderment and joy, or the perfect setting for life celebrations! We take great pride in our gardens and our mission of bringing people and plants together in fun and meaningful ways. We are helping create cultural vitality for our community and ensuring the Quad Cities are always going to be a great place to live, work, play and raise families! As you wander the gardens use this booklet as your personal guest services guide. Within you will find information about our gardens, a wayfinding map, and details about the great programs we offer throughout every season of the year, and of course, there are always friendly staff and volunteers to assist you too. Let your garden adventure begin! Kindly yours,
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Find Answers To Your Questions
A Seasonal Walk Through The
JANUARYWinter getaway in the Tropical Sun Garden: tropical plants, pink powder puff tree, chewing gum tree and fish tail palm
FEBRUARYWarm and welcoming Tropical Sun Garden: tropical plants, sensitive plant, coffee and cacao tree
MARCHUnique bark on several trees combined with yellow witch hazel and crocus in a warm spring
APRILSpring flowering bulbs and trees throughout the gardens: daffodils, tulips, crabapple trees, serviceberry and redbud
MAYSpring beauty throughout the gardens: peonies, bearded iris, columbine and allium
JUNELate spring flowering perennials throughout the gardens: amsonia, Siberian iris, baptisia, salvia and achillea
JULYColorful summer favorites throughout the gardens: daylilies, coneflowers and hydrangea
AUGUSTSun-loving and vibrant tropicals and annuals throughout the gardens: cannas, castor beans and a wide assortment of annual flowers
SEPTEMBERTransitional perennials of the season throughout the gardens: ornamental grasses and mums of every color
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OCTOBERThe colors of fall from trees throughout the gardens plus unique seed heads and berries
NOVEMBERScott County Regional Authority Conifer Garden: various shapes, sizes and colors in this stately garden
DECEMBERWinter escape to our Tropical Sun Garden: tropical plants, allspice, banana and staghorn fern and the indoor and outdoor magic of Winter Nights Winter Lights
FUTURE HEADWATERS EXHIBIT
GREENHOUSE
GARDEN GAUNTLET
CHILDREN’S GARDEN
POLLINATORHABITAT GARDEN
PAT’S GARDEN
VEGGIE GARDENAND PLAY SAND
DORIS AND VICTOR DAY
EDUCATION CENTER
TROPICAL SUN GARDEN
KOI POND
THREE-SEASONEVENTS CANOPY
SCRA CONIFERCOLLECTION
SCRAMBLEDALPHABET
GARDEN EASTLAWN
WESTLAWN
PERGOLAGARDEN
TRAINGARDEN
PHYSICALLYENABLING
GARDEN
GUEST SERVICES
THE GARDENSTORE
STAFF ONLY
ENTRANCE
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Explore every corner of our indoor and outdoor gardens on your journey of discovery.
adventure
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SEEK OUT THESE HIGHLIGHTS DURING YOUR VISIT:1.) Koi Fish2.) Bald Cypress, our largest tree3.) Gorgeous Ginko4.) Weeping Norway Spruce5.) Migration, kinetic sculpture6.) Woodland Play Cottage7.) Interactive Sun Dial8.) Joe’s Leaf Boat Bronze Sculpture9.) River Birch
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MemberSHIPS
MEMBERSHIPS
$40INDIVIDUAL
$55COUPLE
$70 FAMILY
$100FOUNDATION
$200 WATER
$400EARTH
$600SUN
$15PLUS ONE ADULT
Support the Quad City Botanical Center by becoming a member or purchase a gift membership and share the beauty of the gardens for one full year.
HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER:f Sign up at qcgardens.com/membershipsf Visit Guest Services in The Garden Store
MEMBER BENEFITSEvery membership package comes with these standard benefits:
f Unlimited garden general admission for one yearf Early shopping at the spring plant salef Free admission to member eventsf Reciprocal benefits from the American Horticulture Society with admission to more than 320 gardens in North America. Find participating organizations at ahsgardening.org/gardening-programs/rapf Invitations to programs and events via mail and emailf Discounts on classes, events and 10% off in The Garden Store (excluding consignment items)f Heritage Landscape and Design 10% discountf Milan Florist 10% discount (excluding wedding arrangements)f Discount of 10% on banquet hall rentals (based on availability)f Free subscription to either Better Homes and Gardens or Martha Stewart Living magazine
Find additional perks including guest passes for each
membership level.
WEB qcgardens.com/memberships
ADDITIONAL PERKS
Find pricing for two-year memberships.
WEB qcgardens.com/memberships
MORE OPTIONS
BECOME A
member
BECOME A
Community volunteers are critical to the success of our gardens. Have you been feeling the urge to give more and do more in your community? We would love to utilize your skills in the gardens!
Would you rather help set up for special events or work in The Garden Store? Willing to share your botanical or educational expertise by giving tours? Get involved and plant yourself here!
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Our indoor and outdoor facilities offer a memorable environment for hosting special events, business meetings and weddings. Several locations in and around our gardens suit small to large groups and provide the ultimate photo backdrop.
After hours packages and exclusive full-facility rental options are available. Catering, ranging from gourmet box lunches to elegant sit-down meals, is available. Audio/Visual equipment is also available, making hosting your event turnkey.
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Check for available dates and ask about rental options.
CALL 309.794.0991 ext. 201 EMAIL [email protected]
QUESTIONS
Have questions or need to schedule a larger volunteer group?
CALL 309.794.0991 ext. 203 EMAIL [email protected]
QUESTIONS
volunteer
HOST YOUR
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The Quad City Botanical Center is a tax-exempt 501c3 non-profit organization, dedicated to bringing people and plants together in fun and meaningful ways. Your financial support is essential to our future. There are many ways to contribute, and we are so thankful for your kindness!
WAYS TO GIVE:f Make a cash donation to support the gardens, grounds or educational programsf Contribute to the annual appealf Donate materials for hands-on activities for childrenf Give through Birdies for Charity and Amazon Smile f Adopt a garden and we’ll do the work to keep it thrivingf Purchase a tribute brick for placement in our Sun Gardenf Sponsor an eventf Remember us in your will or trustf Make a gift to our endowmentf Volunteerf Provide a corporate membership to your employees
Growing Minds Through
Children of all ages can delight in the beauty and wonder of our gardens and facilities. Opportunities abound for children to engage in education classes, explore nature up close and let their imaginations run wild.
Look for Discovery Carts and Backpacks throughout the gardens or ask at Guest Services near the entrance. These free hands-on activities can be done while you visit and are appropriate for all ages.
Pick up a free scavenger hunt list at Guest Services. It’s fun for children and adults.
Contact Ami Porter to ask about giving at any level.
EMAIL [email protected] CALL 309.794.0991 ext. 206
CONTACT
PLAN YOUR
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Winter Nights Winter Lights
Join us for our signature winter event that kicks off the holiday season. Stroll the gardens inside and outdoors to enjoy the magic of over 80,000 lights. Special events are held as part of Winter Nights Winter Lights including a members’ only event, another great perk of membership.
Find details about all special events, programs and activities on Facebook, sign up for monthly emails so you don’t miss out or visit qcgardens.com for the latest information.
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f Gently touch, smell, and take in the beauty
of our collection, but do not pick flowers or
touch wildlife
f Stay on walkways, pathways and lawns
f Enjoy music using headphones
f Smoke only in designated areas
f Leave your pet at home, unless required as a
service animal
f Enjoy your picnic or snack, but do not bring
breakable bottles, dishes or cups
f Unwind with a cocktail purchased or provided
during an event, outside liquor is not allowed
f Use garbage cans to keep our gardens clean
f Wear shoes and appropriate clothing in the
gardens; swimming suits are only permitted
in the Children’s Garden
f Use the restrooms to change clothes or diapers
f Watch your children and always accompany
children under age 12
f Use caution around reflecting ponds and watch
children
f Take any found items to Guest Services
f Keep your skates, skateboards/shoes or other
wheeled equipment at home
f Leave all firearms at home
ENJOY YOUR VISIT
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