It’s hard to believe we are in our 4th season of A Garden With Wings Butterfly House. The Vivarium (butterfly free-flight house) has been one of our most successful exhibitions. People love butterflies. What’s not to love? With their colorful wings, butterflies look more like self-propelled flowers than anything else does. Even people who are normally afraid of insects forget … Read More
A Mission of Conservation
Smith-Gilbert Gardens has a mission to serve as a resource for conservation, education, and enjoyment of horticulture, fine arts, and historic preservation. Our mission of conservation impacts all aspects of our operations – from butterflies to the rose garden. When you visit the butterfly house, you may notice there seem to be fewer varieties this year. It’s not your imagination. Here’s … Read More