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United States Botanic Garden

United States Botanic Garden

I can’t believe it has been exactly a year since taking my very first trip to Washington, DC.  There were so many sights to take in and monuments to see.  I was lucky enough to explore the famous National Mall.  This is where I came across The United States Botanic Garden.  It is filled with tropical plants, a waterfall and even a jungle.  When you walk in, you truly feel like you are transported to another world filled with lush gardens and greenery everywhere you look.  Join me in this throwback photographic journey, and please enjoy this beautiful botanic garden through my eyes.

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Walking into this amazing living plant museum. 

The most stunning orange canna lily.

Passing by a banana tree.

Walking through the jungle.

Home to over 5,000 orchard specimens. 

Enjoying the world desert. 

The pitcher plant, a carnivorous plant that has a pitfall trap to catch insects.  This plant is hard not to admire, and it's also fascinating too! 

If you are looking to visit different types of gardens around the globe all in one spot, this is the place to visit!  I loved viewing the types of plants that thrive in the jungle, rain forests and deserts.  I enjoyed how each plant was labeled.  This is so helpful if you wish to do further research on a specific type of species.  They also have a whole section of medicinal plants with information about how to use them.  I learned so much visiting the United States Botanic Garden, and hope to visit again sometime soon. 

During my trip, I was also able to see The White House, The United States Capital and The Washington Monument.  It was incredible to be able to view all these famous historical sights in person.  I visited some memorials including The Lincoln Memorial, The World War II Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial and The Korean War Veterans Memorial. I had so much fun spending a day exploring The Smithsonian Natural History Museum that included The Butterfly Pavilion and Insect Zoo.  Another day was spent enjoying the sights at The Smithsonian's National Zoo.  Feel free to click through the photo gallery below to view more photographs from my vacation.

The White House
The United States Capitol
President Ulysses S. Grant Monument
The Washington Monument
The Lincoln Memorial
The Reflecting Pool
The World War II Memorial
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The Three Soldiers
The Castle
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
The Smithsonian Museum Of Natural History
The Hope Diamond
The Butterfly Pavilion
Feeling Small Next To This Elephant Bone
Fish At The Museum
Elephant At The The Smithsonian’s National Zoo
Owl At The Zoo
Gorilla Noshing
Beautiful Cubs
Tiger at the The Smithsonian’s National Zoo

Have you visited Washington, DC?  I would be happy to hear all about it.  Share with me in the comment section or tweet me @thefreckledrose.  Thinking of visiting? Go to Washington.org to find maps, attractions and help you plan your future trip.

In Case You Missed It - The Great Lakes Gardens, Niagara Falls, USA 

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52 Comments

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    Photo cache
    September 8, 2015 at 12:31 am

    The hibiscus is particularly stunning.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 9:03 pm

      Thank you very much. Have a wonderful weekend ahead!

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    Lady Fi
    September 7, 2015 at 11:35 pm

    What beautiful shots of the gardens!

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    Deborah @ Kentucky to Cali
    September 7, 2015 at 10:21 pm

    Such beautiful photography! Thank you for sharing!!

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 9:02 pm

      Thank you Deborah! Have a great weekend 🙂

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    Ruth - Tanama Tales
    September 7, 2015 at 9:56 pm

    So many amazing photos! My first trip outside Puerto Rico was to Washington DC (I was 15). I remember visiting this Botanical Garden. I was my first real “botanical garden” experience. I remember how amazed I was looking at all the plants and flowers. Thanks for bringing the good memories back.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 9:01 pm

      Hey Ruth,

      That’s awesome that you got to visit! It was my first real botanical garden experience as well 🙂 Have a wonderful weekend.

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    Donna@Gardens Eye View
    September 7, 2015 at 9:28 pm

    I have only been to DC once and did not visit this garden…I will have to remedy that soon…beautiful shots.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 9:00 pm

      Thank you very much Donna, have a wonderful weekend!

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    Judith@Lavender Cottage
    September 7, 2015 at 5:14 pm

    This was a treat for me as I love Botanical Gardens. The canna is an awesome shade of peachy/orange and I enjoyed seeing the white house as well.
    Thank you for joining Mosaic Monday.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 8:57 pm

      Thank you for your kind words Judith. Have an awesome weekend 🙂

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    Angela Grasse
    September 7, 2015 at 3:31 pm

    Gorgeous photos!

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    Marie-AZ
    September 7, 2015 at 1:48 pm

    Been to D.C. many many times and I regret to say we never visited the arboretum! Your photos are wonderful! If I ever get back, I will definitely visit! I also loved your mosaics of the city, and the zoo!

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 7:36 pm

      Hey Marie,

      Looks like you will have to go back just so you can visit! I feel like when you’re there, it’s impossible to fit in all the many sights and monuments in one trip. I already have a list of things I want to see on my next visit. Thank you for the kind words and have a wonderful weekend 🙂

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    Ali Williams
    September 7, 2015 at 1:39 pm

    Stunning! I love botanical gardens. Thank you so much for sharing this one.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 7:28 pm

      Thank you so much Ali! Have a wonderful weekend 🙂

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    Juliet
    September 7, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    This is an amazing post with beautiful photos. I’ll definitely put Washington and the Botanic Garden on my list. Thank you so much for sharing!

    x, Juliet

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 7:28 pm

      Hey Juliet,

      Thank you very much! It was a spectacular trip 🙂 Have an awesome weekend.

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    Emma @ Muddy Boots and Diamonds
    September 7, 2015 at 12:00 pm

    You got some really good pictures at the Zoo! It’s on my Fall bucket list to visit the zoo this year 🙂

    I’ve always lived about an hour away from DC but I can’t remember ever going to the Botanic Gardens. That’s a place I’d love to stroll around with my camera for a day!

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 4:41 pm

      Hey Emma,

      Oh you will absolutely love it! So much to see and do, definitely plan to spend a whole day there. Yes, it is lovely inside the Botanic Gardens. Truly transports you to a different world filled with so much beauty 🙂 Hope you get to visit soon and have a fabulous time.

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    Eileen
    September 7, 2015 at 11:26 am

    Hello, gorgeous images from your visit to DC. I love the images and flowers from the Botanical Gardens. I love going to the national zoo, it is one of the best. Great post and photos. Have a happy new week!

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 4:35 pm

      Hey Eileen,

      Thank you very much! It was so hot the day I visited the zoo, the panda bears stayed inside and napped to stay cool. Hopefully, next time I go back they will be awake so I can take pictures of them! 😀 Already looking forward to my next trip. Have a lovely weekend.

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    Colleen Berge
    September 7, 2015 at 3:59 am

    How beautiful! I love the vividness of your photos, they are perfect! I enjoy visiting botanical gardens, they are so lovely and peaceful!

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 4:32 pm

      Hey Colleen,

      Thank you very much! This was the first botanical garden I’ve visited, and I can’t wait to explore more 🙂 Have a wonderful weekend.

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    Ashliegh
    September 7, 2015 at 1:35 am

    WOW!!!! So so beautiful!

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    Margaret Birding For Pleasure
    September 6, 2015 at 6:17 am

    What a wonderful varied and full post with fantastic photographs. It must have been wonderful to see it first hand and then see all the interesting and historic buildings.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 4:25 pm

      Hey Margaret,
      Thank you for your kind words. It was a wonderful trip! So much to do in Washington DC. I could spend a full day exploring and photographing each museum and monument. Such an amazing place to visit 🙂

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