Guest Photos & Comments
Featured Photo
Photograph by John H. Earl
of Milford, VA
“This amaryllis was in the conservatory. Spent a great three hours photographing the beautiful flowers.”
Guest Comments
Jane Hockaday, Library Volunteer of
Richmond VA writes:
I had told my family and friends about the grand finale floor show at the Volunteer Dinner. What a treat to be able to enjoy the fun again. Thanks for posting the dance video for everyone to enjoy. Video at http://www.lewisginter.org/community
Victoria Schneider of
Rice Va writes:
My family and I just enjoy the beautiful lights. We have been going four years striaght just see the lights, flowers, and the train setups. We would like to say thank for the workers and the voluneers who keep these gardens up for us to enjoy every year.
David Walker of
Henrico, VA writes:
I was very impressed with your beautiful gardens and light show last year and returned later in June to enjoy your site again.
J. Hipp of
Spokane, WA writes:
What a wonderful place - so much more than I expected to see!
Rebekah Godshall of
Blacksburg, VA writes:
What a beautiful place! And, lunch at the Tea House was delicious.
Guest Photos
Photograph by John H. Earl
of Milford, VA
Spring is in the air - if only inside the conservatory!
Photograph by Beth Monroe
of Richmond, VA
Ever feel like you are being watched?
Photograph by The O\'Connors
of Mechanicsville, Virginia
...inside, the conservatory offered the hope of spring and the beauty that only nature, herself, can provide! We topped of the treat with a great lunch in the restaurant and some beautiful things from the guest shop (sale was on!) LGBG never fails to delight!
Photograph by The O\'Connors
of Mechanicsville Virginia
February 4 was an austere day everywhere, but the conservatory rose proudly on a winter day, almost smiling because of the wonderful display of Valentine colors it protected and....
Photograph by Edmond and Susan Schneider
of Richmond, VA
Jan, 2010
Photograph by Scott
of Richmond, Va
Bird of Paradise
Photograph by Phil Riggan
of Lakeside
Butterflies are still in The Conservatory....on the Christmas tree!
Photograph by Phil Riggan
of Lakeside
I love the spiders - Ginter Geezers are the best.
Photograph by Lisa Bainbridge
of Richmond, VA
First snow 2009. View from the Library doors.
Photograph by Roy Carroll
of Richmond
Taken at the 2009 Gardenfest of Lights.
Photograph by David Smith
of Aylett, VA
A view from the Tree House.
Photograph by William Gerrity
of Midlothian
Photo by William Gerrity
Photograph by William Gerrity
of Midlothian
What a beautiful night. The lights were great and dinner at the Tea House made for a wonderful ending.
Photograph by Terri Routh
of Midlothian
The peacock is stunning. This is one of the best lightshows Lewis Ginter has given us. Thank you for those creative minds who are responsible!
Photograph by Terri Routh
of Midlothian
There were lots of "fish" in the lake this year!
Photograph by Terri Routh
of Midlothian
This year's lightshow was outstanding!! Look at the field of spiders.
Photograph by The O\'Connors
of Maine
The wondrous light display enthralled us all even down to the smallest details such as the tree in the botanical garden's reading room in the library! Pitcher plants(?) and other gifts from the garden made this tree so very special.
Photograph by Roy L. Carroll
of Richmond, Va
This is what happens when you come out of the cold into the tropical Conservatory - your lens fogs over.
Photograph by Roy L. Carroll
of Richmond, Va
Dramatic sky over the Conservatory.
Photograph by The O\'Connors
of Maine
LGBG is each day wonderful. Loved seeing Cynthy Johnson's April beautiful photo of the Peter Rabbit Cottage. We saw this at the end of October, 6 months later! The beauty is still there given by different gifts of the season.
Photograph by The O\'Connors
of Maine
This corner of the gardens got our vote for a place for an October wedding!
Photograph by Romir Melo
of Virginia
Skye in the Asian Garden.
Photograph by The O\'Connors
of Maine
Roses at the end of October are unheard of where we are in Maine. The majesty of the gardens is always amazing.
Photograph by The O\'Connors
of Maine
The sky was cloudy, but the autumn was in her glory along the path in the gardens.
Photograph by Leslie Johnson
of Midlothian, VA
There's something tender about pussywillows.
Photograph by Leslie Johnson
of Midlothian, VA
Enjoying water play in the children's garden.
Photograph by Beth Davis
of Henrico, Virginia
View of the Conservatory from the Rose Garden 10.4.2009
Photograph by The O\'Connors
of Maine
We were not alone on the Woodland path today. This fellow turned to look and seemed to say,"Okay. Move on! I am busy right now."
Photograph by The O\'Connors
of Maine
The gardens never fail to give beautiful surprises. On October 30, we came across this cluster of white and blue color amid the fall foliage.
Photograph by Maritza Feliz - Reyes
of Chester, Va
True Colors
Photograph by Maritza Feliz _ Reyes
of Chester, Virginia
Hidden Garden
Photograph by Maritza Feliz - Reyes
of Chester, Virginia
Amazed by Garden's beauty This is one of my favorite pictures, looking through the eyes who was amazed by the beauty of this place. Taken in the Margaret Streb Conifer Garden on October 2006.
Photograph by Joanne Mackey
of Darwen, Lancashire, England, UK
Peter Rabbit Cottage during my visit September/October 2009
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Photograph by Joanne Mackey
of Darwen, Lancashire, England, UK
Botanical Gardens during my visit September/October 2009
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Photograph by Joanne Mackey
of Darwen, Lancashire, UK
Butterflies captured during my visit when I visited the Botanical Gardens September/October 2009
Photograph by Jean Sommerville
of Richmond, Virginia
Unexpected beauty found under the bridge on a November day 2008
Photograph by Elizabeth Adams
of Glen Allen
This was a magic moment! This butterfly landed right in the hand of Catherine Bach, one of the facilitators of the exhibition! I love the backdrop of the Celtic Knot on her shirt, made for a great photo op! : )
Photograph by Doris Chism
of Manassas, VA
Early autumn picture.
Photograph by Cynthy Johnson
of Richmond, VA
I just adore all the beautiful orchids in The Conservatory - so many colors and so many cultivars. What a treat!!!
Photograph by Rebecca G. Warren
of Goochland, VA
Only a few weeks left to see the beauty of the butterflies!
Photograph by Rebecca G. Warren
of Goochland, VA
The Butterfly exhibit is amazing and a must to see!
Photograph by Rebecca G. Warren
of Goochland, Virginia
After going to the Butterfly exhibit once with my dad, I became a member and go more often now just to relax and enjoy the beauty & peace.
Photograph by Rebecca G. Warren
of Goochland, Virginia
This was my first time going to the Butterflies Live exhibit, WOW! My father & I really enjoyed it and had a wonderful walk in the rose garden, thank you! Rebecca & Poppy.
Photograph by Robert Rhoades
of Powhatan, Va
A wonderful place.
Photograph by Cynthy Johnson
of Richmond, VA
Every year for my birthday, my one wish is to go to LGBG. So, each April, rain or shine, my husband takes me to LGBG. This is one of my favorite pictures - I just adore Peter Rabbit's Cottage, as well as the different themes I find each year!
Photograph by Pam Andrews
of Glen Allen, VA
The butterfly exhibit is a wonderful experience!
Photograph by ANNABEL ALENTON
of MIDLOTHIAN ,VA
title "JUST CHECKING"
Photograph by Sheila Partin
of Richmond
Photo by Sheila Partin
Photograph by Connie Mahone
of Richmond, VA
looking through the the flower at the sun
Photograph by Pam Andrews
of Glen Allen, VA
Lotus in full bloom at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens.
Photograph by Stephanie Creekmore
of Lakeside, VA
This is another picture from our Easter "photo shoot." This is my daughter, Stella, stopping to smell the flowers!
Photograph by Stephanie Creekmore
of Lakeside, VA
I took my daughter, Stella, to Lewis Ginter for an Easter "photo shoot." She loves running through the gardens!
Photograph by John H. Earl
of Milford, VA
Day Lily
Photograph by John H. Earl
of Milford, VA
Shrimp plant taken July 23, 09.
Photograph by John H. Earl
of Milford, VA
Taken in the Grace Arents Garden
Photograph by James Betts Photography
of Richmond, VA
Hibiscus at Lewis Ginter
Photograph by Denise Gullickson
of Northern Virginia
This is the first time we have visited the gardens and my husband and I both agree when we say that it is the best botanical garden we have ever been to. We are already making plans to return. The butterfly exhibit was amazing and the display of flowers in all areas were spectacular.
Photograph by John H. Earl
of Milford, VA
All these roses were on one bush. The flowers can be seen in all stages from bud to faded glory. Taken July 10, 2009.
Photograph by Terri Routh
of Midlothian, Va.
These remind me of happy little rays of sunshine.
Photograph by Terri Routh
of Midlothian, Va.
Look how close I was able to get!
Photograph by Terri Routh
of Midlothian, Va.
The Japanese Gardens are beautiful.
Photograph by Scott C. Quarforth
of Mechanicsville, VA
This photo was taken in late June. This bumble bee was working hard for his pollen and not afraid to get dirty on the job.
Photograph by Paige Harvey
of Richmond, VA
Is there anything more perfect than the colors created in nature? Everyone just have to go this year's butterfly exhibit. It's amazing!
Photograph by Paige Harvey
of Richmond, VA
Amazing close contact with butterflies - one even landed on my arm - it's a beautiful exhibit.
Photograph by Paige Harvey
of Richmond, VA
Everyone should check out the Butterfly Exhibit....it just a beautiful little part of nature in all its glory....amazing colors!
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Quoc Nguyen
Photo by Quoc Nguyen
Photograph by Sue Davis
of Glen Allen, Virginia
Photograph by Sue Davis from the Butterflies LIVE! exhibit at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens on July 4, 2009.
Photograph by Sue Davis
of Glen Allen, Virginia
Photograph by Sue Davis from the Butterflies LIVE! exhibit a Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens on July 4, 2009.
Photograph by Sue Davis
of Glen Allen, Virginia
One of the many butterflies at the Butterflies LIVE! exhibit at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens on July 4, 2009. We took advantage of the opportunity to visit and enjoyed getting reacquainted with the gardens.
Photograph by Sue Davis
of Glen Allen, Virginia
One of the many beautiful butterflies at the Butterflies LIVE! exhibit at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens on July 4, 2009.
Photograph by Sue Davis
of Glen Allen, Virginia
One of the many butterflies at the Butterflies LIVE! exhibit at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden on July 4, 2009.
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Photograph by Tami Miller
of Fredericksburg
Roses on July 4th
Photograph by Scott Easterday
of Colonial Heights, VA
Photo by Scott Easterday
Photograph by Scott Easterday
of Colonial Heights, VA
Photo by Scott Easterday
Photograph by Terri Routh
of Midlothian, Va.
The most beautiful site in the summer is the lotus in bloom along the water's edge at Lewis Ginter. Nothing tops that.
Photograph by Scott Crittenden
of Charlottesville, VA
Photo by Scott Crittenden
Photograph by Scott Crittenden
of Charlottesville, VA
Photo by Scott Crittenden
Photograph by Scott Crittenden
of Charlottesville, VA
Photo by Scott Crittenden
Photograph by Scott Crittenden
of Charlottesville, VA
Photo by Scott Crittenden
Photograph by Scott Crittenden
of Charlottesville, VA
Photo by Scott Crittenden
Photograph by Scott Crittenden
of Charlottesville, VA
Photo by Scott Crittenden
Photograph by Scott Crittenden
of Charlottesville, VA
Photo by Scott Crittenden
Photograph by Traci Eagle
of Richmond, Virginia
I took this pic a couple of months ago, in the Conservatory. The prettiest Ammarylis I have ever seen. My Mom loved the picture so much, I had it matted and framed for Mother's Days for her.
Photograph by Beth Davis
of Henrico
Beautiful fall color at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
Photograph by Bethnicole Davis
of Henrico, Virginia
Fun in the Children's Garden
Photograph by David M Proett
of Richmond, VA
I came for the butterflies and stayed for the roses. Both were great!!
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Photograph by Janie Darcangelo
of Fredericksburg
Fairy wings on Wheeping Cherry Trees.
Photograph by Shanna
of Richmond
Lora and Lenna finding their Handprint and butterfly in the Children's Garden
Photograph by Shanna
of Richmond
Building a fairy house in the Children's Garden
Photograph by Sonya Burke
of Goochland, Virginia
Orchids
Photograph by Sonya A. Burke
of Goochland, Virginia
View in the Conservatory
Photograph by Sonya Burke
of Goochland, Virginia
Orchid photo by Sonya Burke
Photograph by David M Proett
of Richmond
Red Tulips are one of the best things about spring and Lewis Ginter does them in perfect fashion.
Photograph by Scott Crittenden
of Charlottesville, VA
Photo by Scott Crittenden
Photograph by Scott Crittenden
of Charlottesville, VA
Photo by Scott Crittenden
Photograph by Scott Crittenden
of Charlottesville, VA
Photo by Scott Crittenden
Photograph by Jesse Douglas
of Richmond, VA
This is a beautiful flower from the Christmas season
Photograph by Brian Clary
of Richmond, Virginia
Lazy sunday morning shot of lily...
Photograph by Debbie Del Tejo
of Warrenton Va
I try to make the trip to the gardens at least once a month. Some months I go two or three times and I always bring someone I would like to introduce to this wonderful garden. Thank you!
Photograph by Paige Harvey
of Richmond, VA
Even the witch hazel is beautiful and subtle in its coloring in winter.
Photograph by Paige Harvey
of Richmond, VA
The garden is even beautiful in February......the hardscape structures have a chance to really shine in the winter.
Photograph by Roy Carroll
of Richmond
Taken 2-4-09
Photograph by Roy Carroll
of Richmond
Taken 2-4-09
Photograph by Roy Carroll
of Richmond
I took these at the Gardenfest of Lights on New Years Eve 2008.
Photograph by Roy Carroll
of Richmond
I took these at the 2008 Gardenfest of Lights on New Years Eve 2008.
Photograph by Roy Carroll
of Richmond
I took these at the 2008 Gardenfest of Lights on New Years Eve 2008.
Photograph by Lisa Hall
This is a butterfly picture tooking at your gardens in "2007" I love taking butterfly pictures. They are colorful and make your picture stand out more.
Photograph by Tracey Crehan Gerlach
of Charlottesville, VA
Rose Arbor - Mother's Day, 2008. My very first Mother's Day was spent at Lewis Ginter. Continuing a long tradition of spending mother's day at a beautiful garden. The best!
Photograph by Paige Harvey
of Richmond
The newly completed Rose Garden is the perfect spot to take photos of the 'perfect" rose - they don't get much prettier than this beauty! - Fall 2008
Photograph by Paige Harvey
of Richmond
The Woodland Walk has always been a favorite area of mine at the garden, particularly in the heat of summer. This photo was taken while sitting on a rock near the end of the path. It's a beautiful, peaceful spot.
Photograph by ANNABEL ALENTON
of MIDLOTHIAN,VA
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PLACE,A SUMMER TO REMEMBER
Photograph by ANNABEL ALENTON
of MIDLOTHIAN ,VA
THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE PICTURES TAKEN IN THE GARDEN LAST SUMMER, IT IS OVERLOOKING THE ROSE GARDEN. I USE THIS AS MY DESKTOP BACKGROUND.
Photograph by Paul H. Barkely
of Falls Church, Va.
The striking cloud formations on Saturday, Nov. 15, provided a dramatic backgound for the Conservatory.
Photograph by Stephanie
of Prince George, VA
October 2008 -- We enjoyed all the new roses! The Tea House was a great place for lunch as well.
Photograph by Beth Monroe
of Richmond, VA
Tango in the Rose Garden during Rose Fest on Oct. 4
Photograph by Paige Harvey
of Cutshaw Ave. near Willow Lawn
Thought that this view of the cherry trees in early spring, 2006 was really breathtaking.
Photograph by Shanna
of Richmond
Looking at the lake from the tree house and trying to find fish and turtles swimming is one of Lora's many favorite activities in the Children's Garden
Photograph by Ashley Norman
of Glen Allen, VA
Even in September the flowers are thriving the garden is beautiful and its always worth visiting.
Photograph by Robyn
Having recently learned the name of this tree, the Saucer Magnolia, Lily could not resist climbing among the beautiful pink blossoms! We quickly snapped this photo and found the mulberry bush for some real climbing!!!
Photograph by Robyn
I took Lily, age 3, to the garden for some sprigtime inspiration. After we crossed the Monet bridge, petals form the flowering pear were blowing all around. Lily started running and proclaimed, "It's snowing! It's snowing, Mommy!"
Photograph by Robyn
of Richmond
My daughter, Lily, and her friend, Ava, were enjoying the view of the new rose garden. Or, perhaps they were figuring out the fastest way to the treehouse in the children's garden.
