Learn the details about the plant life of The Lurie Garden by visiting one of the following plant categories: perennials and bulbs, grasses, shrubs and trees. Click here for an up-to-date Plant List.
Perennials and Bulbs
Perennials die back in the winter and come to life in each spring.
Grasses
Many varieties of grass are native to the Midwestern United States.
Shrubs
Shrubs provide year-round interest in the garden.
Trees
The Lurie Garden's trees provide shade during Chicago's warm summers.