Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden
Botanical & Public Gardens in Des Moines, Iowa
4.4 (54)
| Category | Botanical & Public Gardens · Tourist attraction |
|---|---|
| Address | 1716 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309 |
| Street | Locust Street |
| Area | Des Moines, Iowa |
| Phone | (515) 284-3994 |
| Google rating | 4.4 (54) |
| Source | Google Maps and public records · listed Oct 21, 2026 |
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 12–2 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden
Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden is one of the botanical & public gardens listed in Des Moines, Iowa. The business is registered at 1716 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as tourist attraction, so it may cover more than the name suggests.
The business lists hours on 1 day of the week. The most common schedule is 12–2 pm. Note that it does not open on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. You can reach Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden at (515) 284-3994; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. Its website is bhg.com, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.
On Google it holds a rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 54 reviews.
How Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden compares with other botanical & public gardens in Des Moines
- Nearest other botanical & public gardens: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (1.5 mi), Salisbury House & Gardens (1.8 mi)
Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
Kimberly Van Ryswyk a year ago
Take a picnic lunch and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of this garden!
Benjamin Shaw 2 years ago
Beautiful garden hidden just west of the Papajohn Sculpture park in Downtown Des Moines. Curated, designed, and kept for the last 26 years by it's creator Sandra - this Des Moines gem is not to be missed. Open to the public on Fridays Noon-2pm.
Liz Davis 3 years ago
Beautiful garden!! We were on vacation and didn’t know this was nearby—great surprise! The fountain, multiple paths, shaded seating area, and multitude/variety of plants were all great. The people working were very friendly and answered all our questions. They said there were probably 2,500-3,000 plants total inside, and every year the take out some and put in some. All kinds from all over are present. • We just happened to be available during the only open hours (Friday 12p-2p), which made it a special treat. We did peer through the “windows” earlier in the week, but it was definitely worth it to go back and see it from the inside. The kids loved it to.
Pam Catalano 4 years ago
It's not very big like the botanical gardens but they have a huge variety and knowledgeable guides. I enjoyed this more than bigger gardens because of the guides. Meter parking (2 quarters) is right outside the gate on the north. Beautiful sculpture Park is next door. Food and bathrooms, however, were not handy. I think most people would take 45 minutes to an hour to get to the entire garden. They're currently only open from 10:00 to 2:00 on Fridays but it is free. I highly recommend it if you are looking to add some plantings to your yard and need information or ideas. Many of the plants are labeled and it has 22 different dedicated sections such a shade or herb.
Kay Whipple 7 years ago
Calming. If you have questions staff available to onswer. Only open to public Friday noon to 2.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden located?
Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden is at 1716 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309, in Des Moines, Iowa. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?
Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden is listed as a garden and is also tagged on Google as tourist attraction.
What are the hours of Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?
Published hours are Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 12–2 pm; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed. It is closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.
Is Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden open on Sunday?
No, Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden is closed on Sunday.
What is the phone number of Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?
You can call Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden at (515) 284-3994.
How is Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden rated on Google?
Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 54 reviews.
Does Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden have a website?
Yes, the website of Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden is bhg.com (linked on this page).
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