Now Open!

Be a part of the most exciting new initiative in Botanica’s history - the Downing Children’s Garden. This new garden will be an educational, imaginative, interactive and engaging environment where families can enjoy, discover and appreciate our natural world.

Reflective of our Kansas roots and landscape, children and their families will have the opportunity to explore more than one acre of themed areas, each offering educational and entertaining experiences.

The Downing Children’s Garden will delight young and old alike with one-of-a-kind elements, an amazing palette of plants to discover and fun encounters around every corner. A Farm with raised beds and a working water pump, a giant tree and tree house to climb in, an Enchanted Glen for storytelling, puppet shows and chalk drawing, a Musical Maze to navigate through, Monster trees that have come to life and a Pond to hop across are just some of the features that will stimulate young minds.

Through the collaborative efforts of so many, gardening and outdoor activity now have the opportunity to become a part of our children’s lives. Take a closer look at our website to learn more about this new addition to Botanica and find out how you can be a part of the excitement!