AMANA, Iowa - The scenic seven villages of the Amana Colonies will be in full bloom all summer long as eight homes will open their private gardens to the public and 14 additional homes feature flowers and landscaping that can be viewed from the street. The flower displays will be able to be viewed throughout the summer with August 1st designated "Colonies in Bloom" day. It coincides with the blooming of the Lotus Lilies on the 170 acre Lily Lake between Middle Amana and the main village of Amana. The businesses in the seven villages always display beautiful flowers during the summer and this year several businesses have added tiny fairly gardens.
Free maps may be picked up at the Amana Colonies Visitor Center or at participating businesses. To reserve a spot on one of two expert guided garden tours on August 1st, call 319-622-7622. For those that would like to capture flowers in art, join the fun at "Brushes and Blooms" as a local art instructor guides you through the creation of a masterpiece. Space for both the tours and "Brushes and Blooms" is limited. Please call to reserve you spot and for price details.
For more information, call 319-622-7622 or visit www.amanacolonies.com.
