Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Water Lilies at the Garden
History & Heritage
Victoria water lilies have always had a special place here at the Garden. Henry Shaw hired James Gurney as head gardener in 1867. Gurney was famous for his successful cultivation of Victorian water lilies at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. He cultivated the first Victoria to bloom at the Garden. Today, the Garden displays Victoria water lilies in the reflecting pools in front of the Climatron.
Did you know? The rib structure inspired Joseph Paxton's design for the Crystal Palace.
Erected by Missouri Botanical Garden.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1867.
Location. 38° 36.84′ N, 90° 15.48′ W. Marker is in St. Louis, Missouri. It is in Missouri Botanical Garden. Marker can be reached from Shaw Boulevard west of Tower Grove Avenue, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4344 Shaw Boulevard, Saint Louis MO 63110, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Capturing Rhythm (a few steps from this marker); Milles Sculpture (a few steps from this marker); Joyous Music (within shouting distance of this marker); Pring Hybrids
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