For Serious Gardeners and All Plant Lovers
Plant Show Series
Plant shows are a wonderful opportunity to explore the many varieties of particular flower or plant and learn from local plant experts. Guests are delighted by the diversity of flowers and creative displays. Local plant societies partner for the shows and many feature workshops, demonstrations or tours.
Shows interspersed throughout the year—January to October—focus on orchids, roses, daylilies, dahlias, bonsai and other blooms. Whether guests are avid gardeners or simply out for a glimpse of what Mother Nature has to offer, there’s something for everyone during the various plant shows.
Something For Everyone
Annual Plant Shows at Meijer Gardens
Orchid Show
January 2025
Presented by the Grand Valley Orchid Society
Escape winter’s chill! Enjoy a stunning variety of beautiful, unusual, colorful orchids exhibited by enthusiasts from across the state. Visit the vendors to find an orchid that’s easy to grow at home or add a more unusual species to your collection. Stock up on orchid growing supplies, such as premium orchid bark and fertilizer. Learn how to grow these beauties by attending a free talk—visit MeijerGardens.org for the complete list—or stop by the Grand Valley Orchid Society’s information desk to pick up a culture sheet and receive growing tips.
Michigan All-State Bonsai Show
May 2025
Presented by Meijer Gardens
Experience stunning bonsai on display, live demonstrations, and hard-to-find bonsai tools.Â
Dahlia Show
August 2025
Presented by the West Michigan Dahlia Society
Draw inspiration as you stroll through a room filled with stunning blooms and a rainbow of color. Be amazed by flowers the size of dinner plates and discover the huge variety of flower forms available. View lovely floral arrangements and chat with Dahlia Society members to learn more about growing this beautiful flower.
Standard Flower Show
September 2025
Fall Bonsai Show
Saturday, October 5, 10 am-5 pm and Sunday, October 6, 11 am-5 pm
Presented by The West Michigan Bonsai Club
See a variety of bonsai on display, from trees in early stages of training to lovely older trees. Watch bonsai artists at work and shop for bonsai trees as well as bonsai tools and supplies.
