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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

  • Reply
    Karina
    September 30, 2015 at 3:34 pm

    I’m planning a trip to DC soon and I will definitely have to add this garden to my list. May need to add another day to the itinerary, there is just so much to see and I can never get through a garden in hurry. Your photos are fantastic by the way!

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    Gunilla
    September 20, 2015 at 2:17 am

    Wonderful photos! The orchids are stunning.

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    Floral Fridays
    September 17, 2015 at 8:11 am

    How wonderful! Unfortunately the Botanic Gardens was one place we missed when we visited years ago. Just as well you took me on a virtual tour with your great photos.
    Thanks for participating in the Floral Friday Fotos meme.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 19, 2015 at 12:40 am

      So happy you could tour it here on my blog! That’s why I love taking photographs so much. So I can share the joy I experience through my lens with others 🙂 Hope you get to go back and visit the Botanic Garden in person. I’m hoping to go back and explore DC as well. Would love to attend the blooming of the cherry trees! I hear that is absolutely amazing. Have a great weekend!

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    Jen
    September 15, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    DC is such an amazing place isn’t it? It’s been too many years since I was last there, but I loved it. I also loved that almost everything was free – all of the museums. To me that was utterly amazing. So much to see and so much to do and it was all free! What?! The Botanic Gardens was one of my favorite places. Absolutely gorgeous!

    Thank you for joining us for Photo Friday again this week!

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 19, 2015 at 12:37 am

      Hey Jen,

      It totally is! I definitely agree, everything being free was such a pleasant surprise. I love how it gives everyone an equal opportunity to learn and enjoy. Already can’t wait to go back and see more 🙂 Have a wonderful weekend.

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    bettyl-NZ
    September 14, 2015 at 6:17 am

    What a wonderful place this must have been to see so many different types of flowers! I can only image how amazing the whole city is. Thanks for sharing.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 10:00 pm

      Thank you very much! I had so much fun 🙂 Have a great weekend ahead.

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    Ruth Daly
    September 13, 2015 at 2:51 pm

    What an amazing series of photos. The flowers are stunning, especially the orange lily. Your collage of other sights in Washington is fabulous, too – I really enjoyed it. Definitely on my list of places to visit.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 9:55 pm

      Thanks so much Ruth! Have a lovely weekend 🙂

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    Kim Cunningham
    September 12, 2015 at 9:59 am

    These are all so lovely. I really like the one with the pool of water running beside the plants. So inviting.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 9:51 pm

      Thank you Kim! Have a wonderful weekend 🙂

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    Michelle @ramblingwoods
    September 9, 2015 at 3:34 pm

    Wonderful section of photos. We have taken the kids there a couple of times, but did not go to the botanical garden…I do want to make another trip and will include it on my list this time… Thank you for linking into Nature Notes…Michelle

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 9:48 pm

      Thank you Michelle, have a great weekend! 🙂

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    Packing my Suitcase
    September 9, 2015 at 8:42 am

    I love the pineapple one, sooo pretty, I have never seen one before!
    Funny, yesterday I was think of when I visited DC many many years ago. I would love to return and explore the city again 😀

    Thank you for joining #MondayEscapes

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 9:43 pm

      Hey Allane,

      Thank you! DC is alway such a fun trip with so much to do 🙂 Have a great weekend.

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    Amy
    September 8, 2015 at 4:46 pm

    I visited Washington DC many, many years ago…before 9/11, so I was able to walk right into the White House before pre-screenings and all that. I wasn’t into gardening back then like I am now, so I had no idea they even had a botanical gardens or I would have went. Otherwise, I’ve seen everything else you mentioned. My favorite part of DC was that all the attractions are free! My favorite memory was seeing our constitution. Gorgeous photos. TFS.

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 9:14 pm

      Hey Amy,

      That must have been an amazing trip! I have yet to tour the White House, but definitely have that at the top of my list next time I go. The Botanic Garden is definitely worth a visit, so lovely! I agree, the fact that most things are free is awesome (more money to spend on souvenirs!)

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    Life In Pieces
    September 8, 2015 at 7:04 am

    Wow, gorgeous photos from the garden. Looks like a full and fun trip.

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    Melissa @ WitnessMyFitness.org
    September 8, 2015 at 1:19 am

    Oh wow! Those orchids are soo beautiful!!! Gorgeous photos!!!

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      Thefreckledrose
      September 18, 2015 at 9:05 pm

      Thanks very much Melissa! Have a great weekend 🙂

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