{"id":79027,"date":"2005-03-28T08:00:23","date_gmt":"2005-03-28T13:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_ms_news\/?p=814"},"modified":"2022-02-05T09:35:37","modified_gmt":"2022-02-05T14:35:37","slug":"epcot-in-bloom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/epcot-in-bloom\/","title":{"rendered":"Epcot In Bloom"},"content":{"rendered":"

From Our Magically Speaking Newsletter Archive \u2013\u00a0subscribe today<\/a>!<\/em><\/p>\n

By Carol Garcia<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Will you be one of the lucky Epcot guests anytime from April 15 though June 5th<\/sup>?\u00a0 Do you love to garden or just look at vibrant blooms?\u00a0 Are you looking for ideas to make your yard amazing?\u00a0 Then you are in for a treat.\u00a0 The 12th<\/sup> Annual International Flower and Garden Festival at Epcot is scheduled to blossom April 15th<\/sup> and will run through June 5, 2005.\u00a0 When visiting the International Flower and Garden Festival at Epcot, you will find many beloved Disney Characters chiseled into topiaries with remarkable detail.\u00a0 In front of Spaceship Earth, Mickey and his friends, made of larger-than-life topiaries, welcome you to the popular springtime event.\u00a0 Not only are vibrant blooms and imaginative topiaries flawlessly placed throughout the park, but there are themed weekends, Flower Power Concerts and even a Mother\u2019s Day Brunch.<\/p>\n

Many guests who visit Epcot may not realize that this event is scheduled during their visit.\u00a0 Or perhaps they will just look at the flowers while they are rushing to experience Test Track or Mission Space.\u00a0 Maybe you think you can try to experience the festival in one afternoon.\u00a0 Can you?\u00a0 Maybe.\u00a0 But, you will be missing so much that the festival has to offer.\u00a0 There are a great number of things to do and see at the Flower and Garden Festival that are included in the price of admission to Epcot.\u00a0 This year the theme is \u201cThe Happiest Celebration on Earth.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0 Not coincidentally, that is also the name of the celebration of Disneyland\u2019s 50th<\/sup> birthday beginning on May 5th<\/sup>.<\/p>\n

A good place to start your experience is the Festival Center, located in Innoventions West (the one on the right side as you enter the park).\u00a0 The Festival Center will host an all new Gardener\u2019s Caf\u00e9 along with treats such as planting pointers, Ask an Expert and Disney Gardening at Home.\u00a0 Also there is the Festival Store, which provides unique Festival merchandise and in the past has even allowed visitors to order small topiaries to grow at home.<\/p>\n

As you walk toward the World Showcase Plaza to see the Tinker Bell, Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King displays, take note of the floating flower gardens in the water.\u00a0 As you continue to explore the World Showcase, you will find displays and demonstrations daily.\u00a0 Be sure to check the Festival brochure, found throughout the parks, for times, locations and instructions for registration.\u00a0 You may even find orchid, bonsai or a class on Moroccan herbs and spices on your journey.<\/p>\n

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There are many hidden gems in this festival.\u00a0 Take time to stop and smell the roses, literally, at the fragrance garden in France.\u00a0\u00a0 Or maybe just learn the history of roses in the Imagination Walkway (that little known shortcut from the Imagination building to World Showcase).\u00a0 While you are back there, wander through the all new Farmer Mickey\u2019s Maze, which is sure to delight the younger crowd.<\/p>\n

Speaking of the younger crowd, there are several displays designed with the little Mouseketeer in mind.\u00a0 Minnie\u2019s Magnificent Butterfly Garden invites guests to walk through hundreds of free-flying butterflies.\u00a0 Children 5 and up can play on the new SpaceNet.\u00a0 The Ultimate Backyard Garden will not only highlight new ideas for backyards, but also features a Kids Play Area.\u00a0 A Hidden Mickey hunt has been designed especially for the festival.\u00a0 Try to find all 50 of them.<\/p>\n

Each weekend during the seven week festival there is a different theme.\u00a0 This year\u2019s themes are scheduled to be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Premiere<\/td>\nApril 15-17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
I Dig Bugs<\/td>\nApril 22-24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Art in the Garden<\/td>\nApril 29, 30 & May 1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mother’s Day<\/td>\nMay 6-8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Photography<\/td>\nMay 13-15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Characters in Bloom<\/td>\nMay 20-22<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Memorial Day<\/td>\nMay 28-30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Festival Farewell<\/td>\nJune 3-5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

For evening entertainment, take in a Flower Power Concert, featuring big names in music from the 60\u2019s and 70\u2019s.\u00a0 These performances are held in the American Gardens Theater nightly at 5:45pm, 7:00pm and 8:15pm.\u00a0 Scheduled to perform are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Davy Jones<\/td>\nApril 15-18<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Gary U.S. Bonds<\/td>\nApril 19-21<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Paul Revere & The Raiders<\/td>\nApril 22-25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Buckinghams<\/td>\nApril 26-28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Grass Roots starring Rob Grill<\/td>\nApril 29-May1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie<\/td>\nMay 2-5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Gregg Rolie Band<\/td>\nMay 6-8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Lovin’ Spoonful<\/td>\nMay 9-11<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Nelsons<\/td>\nMay 12-14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Gary Puckett<\/td>\nMay 15-17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Orleans<\/td>\nMay 19-20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rare Earth<\/td>\nMay 21-23<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BJ Thomas<\/td>\nMay 24-26<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Eric Burdon and the Animals<\/td>\nMay 27-29<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals<\/td>\nMay 30-June1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Arlo Guthrie<\/td>\nJune 2-5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

There are many more hightlights of the festival.\u00a0 Here is a list of more things to entice you to tour this popular event.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Behind the Seeds Greenhouse Tour \u2013 Take the family on a tour of The Land greenhouses and fish farm.\u00a0 There are fish to feed, an herb-and spice challenge and taste test and even alligators.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Italian Container Garden \u2013 View the classic containers overflowing with blooms.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ladybug Releases \u2013 Join Dr. L Bug in the WaterFULL World Garden<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Sculpture Garden \u2013 A garden backdrop highlights a collection of Florida art.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Turf Tips \u2013 Turn your green drams into reality!\u00a0 Stop by the Tip Top Turf garden and let turf specialists help solve your lawn-care mysteries.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Tricks of the Trade \u2013 Get a \u201cbehind the scenes\u201d look at how Disney\u2019s Horticulture team makes some of its most popular elements, from topiary to hanging baskets.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Phyto-forms \u2013 Don\u2019t miss this fascinating showcase where art meets horticulture in the unique works of sculptor and land artist Julia Barton.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Dooryard Gardens \u2013 Expand your plant palette!\u00a0 Take home super ideas that will let you enjoy a beautiful view from your front door.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Water Garden Wonders \u2013 Gather cool concepts for water gardens that add a \u201csplash\u201d of creativity to your landscape.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Shishi-odoshi (Clacker Garden) \u2013 Hear how water and bamboo transfer into a musical experience in this kinetic garden.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0WaterFULL World \u2013 Explore this unique garden to find out how water conservation helps us in our everyday lives \u2013 and watch as ladybugs are released daily.<\/p>\n

v\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Great American Gardeners \u2013 11am & 2pm Friday \u2013 Sunday\u00a0 Learn from the pros!\u00a0 Nationally recognized green thumbs offer exciting and interactive demonstrations<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Paul James<\/td>\nApril 15-17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Robert Bowden<\/td>\nApril 22-24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Linda Blondheim<\/td>\nApril 29-May1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Raymond Western<\/td>\nMay 6-8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Gary Allen<\/td>\nMay 13-15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tom Turpin<\/td>\nMay 20-22<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Georgia Tasker<\/td>\nMay 27-29<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tom McCubbin<\/td>\nJune 3-5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

The festival is so extensive that it can be a destination itself.\u00a0 Make sure to plan for ample time to visit those demonstrations and displays that will most interest your group.\u00a0 Whether you are an avid gardener or just appreciate looking at the wide array of blooming arrangements and incredible topiaries, there is something at the 12th<\/sup> Annual International Flower & Garden Festival for everyone.\u00a0 And one last tip, don\u2019t forget the camera!<\/p>\n

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