Indiana offers a variety of indoor gardens and greenhouses that welcome visitors year-round. Here’s a comprehensive list organized by region:
Northern Indiana
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory (Fort Wayne)
Features three indoor gardens: a tropical oasis, a desert garden, and a seasonal showcase.
Potawatomi Conservatories (South Bend)
Comprises the Ella Morris Conservatory, Muessel-Ellison Botanical Conservatory, and the Desert Dome, each housing diverse plant collections.
Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse (Muncie)
Located within Ball State University, this greenhouse houses over 2,000 orchids and other tropical plants.
Central Indiana
Garfield Park Conservatory (Indianapolis)
A 10,000-square-foot conservatory showcasing a tropical rainforest setting.
White River Gardens (Indianapolis)
Part of the Indianapolis Zoo, featuring the Hilbert Conservatory with tropical plants and rotating exhibits.
Southern Indiana
Indiana University Biology Building Greenhouse (Bloomington)
Leave your worries at the door as you wander through each of the conservatory rooms full of both unusual and familiar plants. Free and open to the public.
Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden (Evansville)
Throughout the season, hundreds of plant varieties provide an ever-changing tapestry of beauty for our visitors and make our animals feel at home. From our rain garden to the jungle garden, our commitment to conservation is actively demonstrated.
These destinations provide delightful experiences for plant enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, offering a chance to explore diverse plant species and beautifully curated indoor landscapes across Indiana.