ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 22, 2020) — The Quad City Botanical Center is hosting a pop-up plant sale this Saturday, September 26, 10AM-5PM. There is no RSVP or entry fee required to shop the sale. Members and guests paying general admission are welcome to explore the grounds during their visit.

A variety of houseplants, plants from the Center’s green house, a small selection of bulbs, pots, and items from featured plant consignors will be available for sale.

All guests are REQUIRED to wear a mask inside the building and highly ENCOURAGED to wear a mask outdoors.

Online ticket purchases to explore the gardens are ENCOURAGED to reduce close contact with guest services staff. Payment upon admission is accepted; members receive free admission.

The gardens, including indoor and outdoor areas, have a restricted capacity of 100 guests who must practice social-distancing.

The building is open to visitors, including the Sun Garden and The Garden Store. Guests can view the Train Garden through the fence.

DAILY GENERAL ADMISSION

FREE for Members$7.00 Adults (16+)$4.00 Youth (ages 2-15)FREE for Toddlers (under 2)

Find full ticketing details and what to expect during your visit at qcgardens.com/admission.

ONLINE BULB SALE

The Quad City Botanical Center is holding an online bulb sale through October 15. This fundraiser is part of the Center’s Flower Power online campaign.

Lilies, daffodils, tulips, and more spring favorites are all available for easy shopping and delivery without leaving home. Bulbs ship directly to any continental US residential address, opening up this fundraiser to any gardener or gift-giver throughout the country.Each bulb order comes with planting instructions and a 100% grow guarantee from Flower Power Fundraising. Shop online at https://bit.ly/2RJcKfT.

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