INDIANAPOLIS — Now in its 64th year, the Indiana Flower + Patio Show is a place where people visit to become inspired, informed and energized with helpful advice, thousands of solutions and the coolest new products. The show features Showcase Gardens crafted by many of Indiana’s premier landscapers, hundreds of finer outdoor living experts, and thousands of ideas to take home.
The show will run Saturday, March 12 through Sunday, March 20 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds – West Pavilion and Exposition Hall, 1202 E. 38th St. Admission is $13 online tickets in advance, $15 for adults at the door, or $12 per person for groups of 30 or more. Parking is $10 per car on site, or $8 in advance (purchase online at indianastatefair.com).
The fairgrounds follow the Indiana Dept. of Health and Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance on COVID-19 protocols for the state of Indiana. Masks will not be required while visiting the fairgrounds for fully vaccinated individuals in public outdoor settings. If you are not vaccinated, you are encouraged to wear a face covering.
On Hero Day, Tuesday, March 15, all active and retired military, police and fire personnel get free admission for the day, plus free parking at the State Fairgrounds. Just bring a valid ID and come enjoy the Flower + Patio Show for the day.
This year’s featured speakers include Former White House Florist Laura Dowling, and Jo Ellen Sharp speaking at various times throughout the show.
In addition, Woolywagons from Russiaville, Indiana will be on hand with unique tiny homes perfect for a camping experience. Emily’s Backyard Blooms from Fortville will showcase locally grown flowers and floral designs. Check out Brendon Farms Hydroponics on the stage with Bill Brown. There will also be an expanded Plant Market.
The Purdue Master Gardener Program trains gardening enthusiasts as volunteers to assist Purdue Extension with home horticulture education in communities throughout Indiana. They will be happy to answer your gardening or lawn care questions at their booth.
Almost all plant materials, hardscapes, structures and decorative pieces used to create the magnificent gardens at this year’s event are available at the annual Blooming Sale! When you see something for your own at-home landscape, talk with the on-site representatives of the garden where it’s displayed, and they will reserve the item for you. Then on the final Sunday of the show, March 20 at 5 p.m., you can pick up your new treasure!
