Floral Library

Item

Item sets
Mall Histories
Washington
Title
Floral Library
Date
1969
Description
Also known as the Tulip Library, the Floral Library was established in 1969 as part of Lady Bird Johnson's Capital Beautification Project. The 'library' has 93 flower beds maintained by the National Park Service. These beds feature either tulips or annuals depending on the planting season. The flowers require up to 10,000 bulbs to be planted by hand each year.
Source
National Park Service. View original.
Coverage
1950-1979
Location
Near the Tidal Basin at Maine and Independence Avenues, SW, Washington, DC.