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The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) has announced the location, dates and theme of its highly anticipated 2022 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show. “In Full Bloom” will take place at Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park (FDR Park) in South Philadelphia from Saturday June 11 through Sunday June 19, 2022.
As the world changes, the beauty inherent in nature restores us. Its garden offers a place of healing and connection. The Philadelphia 2022 Flower Show, “In Full Bloom,” welcomes everyone as we travel to explore the restorative and healing power of nature and plants, while learning all that gardening has to offer to improve our lives. This year’s theme evokes good health, positive well-being and a passion for life that culminates in a beautiful and colorful spectacle.
Guests will discover outdoor gardens at the peak of seasonal perfection and beauty that will inspire everyone to plan for a better future.
In its second year of hosting the Flower Show at FDR Park, PHS is planning upgrades and improvements based on feedback from guests, staff and stakeholders. Guests will find improvements in several areas of the show to provide a high-quality customer experience, including parking, transportation, ticketing and design.
More details will be announced in the coming months and available at: PHSoline.org/the-flower-show
FDR Park is the perfect venue for the 2022 Outdoor Flower Show. A registered historic district designed by famous landscape architects, the Olmsted Brothers in the early 20th century, FDR Park features impressive landscapes and architecture with passable paths. , majestic trees and breathtaking views. FDR Park is an inspiring place that contributes to the splendor for which the Flower Show is known, while also being accessible by public transport and car.
The decision to produce the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show 2022 outdoors was made to address the lingering challenges and uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. FDR Park’s spacious 15-acre footprint allows for social distancing and the associated health benefits of being outdoors. Public safety is a critical part of the upcoming show, and adhering to recommendations from city / state health officials is paramount in planning the show. PHS will continue to work closely with health officials ahead of the show with updated guidelines available online.
“The decision to host the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show 2022 outdoors was based on the continuing evolution and uncertainty of COVID-19. “In Full Bloom” is PHS’s celebration of how gardening and plants have helped people through these difficult times. We hope that by sharing the hope and healing that nature and gardening bring, it will inspire people to look to a bright future, ”said Sam Lemheney, Head of Shows and Events for PHS.
Every visitor who purchases a Flower Show ticket, attends a special Flower Show event or becomes a member of PHS contributes to PHS to continue its community work by planting trees, supporting neighborhood greening, creating community gardens, offering a vocational training, managing public gardens and connecting people with horticulture and with each other.
For more information or for questions about the Flower Show, please email Flowershowtickets@pennhort.org: