What's Blooming Now at Rotary Botanical Gardens - Mid-September

Late summer is putting on a spectacular show across the Gardens! From towering sunflowers to delicate Japanese anemones, there’s color and texture to enjoy in every corner. As we shift toward fall, this is one of the most exciting times to explore Rotary Botanical Gardens in Janesville, Wisconsin.

Peak Bloom

• Hibiscus – Bursting with large, tropical-style blooms in bold colors, hibiscus can be spotted everywhere throughout the Gardens.

• Sunflowers – Standing tall in the Display Garden, these golden giants are a favorite photo spot.

• Turtlehead – A late-summer perennial with unique pink blooms, thriving throughout the Gardens.

• Clematis – Beautifully trailing and climbing in the Meadow Garden and Rose Garden.

• Dahlia – Vibrant and showy in the Cutting Garden, dahlias are truly at their prime right now.

• Rudbeckia – Bright golden-black-eyed blooms lighting up the Meadow Garden.

• Summer Allium – Globe-like purple flowers scattered everywhere across the Gardens.

• Bluebeard (Caryopteris) – Rich blue blooms adding a cool contrast in the English Cottage Garden.

• Lespedeza (Bush Clover) – Cascading flowers brightening the Cherry Blossom Walk and Entrance Gardens.

• Sedum – Succulent clusters of rosy blooms in full glory throughout the Gardens.

Almost There

• Aster – Getting ready to burst in the Meadow Garden and North Point Garden, asters are a sure sign of fall.

• Coral Bells (Heuchera) – Their colorful foliage and airy blooms are beginning to shine in the Entrance Gardens.

Just Getting Started

• Japanese Anemone – Elegant late-season flowers opening in the Children’s Garden and Cherry Blossom Walk.

• Colchicum (Autumn Crocus) – The first hints of fall color appearing in the Japanese Garden and Woodland Walk.

• Yellow Waxy Bells (Kirengeshoma) – Unique nodding yellow blooms beginning in the Shade Garden.

Last Look

• Water Lilies & Lotus – Catch them while you can in the Koi Pond and Japanese Garden.

• Hydrangea – Their blooms are fading, but still adding softness everywhere across the Gardens.

• Coneflower (Echinacea) – A longtime favorite now winding down, seen throughout the Gardens.

Plan Your Visit

The Gardens are open daily from 9AM to 6PM. Stroll through our 20 themed garden spaces, discover over 4,000 plant varieties, and experience the natural beauty of Wisconsin in every season.

Whether you’re a gardener, a nature lover, or just looking for a peaceful place to unwind, Rotary Botanical Gardens in Janesville is the perfect destination.