Kansas City’s Botanical Garden

Daffodil Days (March 26-April 6, 2025)

What is Daffodil Days?

Powell Gardens will celebrate Daffodil Days (March 26-April 6)! Daffodils are often considered the herald of spring’s growing season, brightening landscapes with their blooms. Learn about all thirteen divisions of daffodils in a display near the Visitor Center. In addition to more than 100,000 daffodils emerging on the East Lawn, search for early spring blooms in the David T. Beals III Woodland and Steam Garden.  

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 A self-guided digital tour is available via Garden Explorer.

Conifer Tips (April 30-May 11, 2025)

Powell Gardens will highlight its conifer collection during Conifer Tips! Learn about what makes Coniferae special and see unique features from the Powell Gardens collection.

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Desert Days (June 17-29, 2025)

Desert Days (June 17-29) brings the arid climate and its botanical treasures to Powell Gardens’ visitors! Look for creative displays featuring Powell Gardens’ cacti and succulent collection.

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Wildflower Week (July 7-16, 2025)

Enjoy the beauty of the Midwest landscape with Wildflower Week! Featuring native plant displays, two meadows and more, celebrate these important blooms at Powell Gardens.   

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Waterlily Wonders (August 5-17, 2025)

Lotus, waterlilies, and carnivorous plants, with their vibrant colors and unique structures, will be on display at Powell Gardens! Discover more about these important collections.

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