Hydrangea & Hardy Hibiscus Festival at Alsip's Kingsbury Acres

Celebrate the beauty of summer blooms at Alsip's Kingsbury Acres during our Hydrangea & Hardy Hibiscus Festival! Whether you're looking to refresh your landscape, learn from the experts, or enjoy a fun day with the family, this free event is the perfect opportunity to experience some of the season's most spectacular flowering plants.

Step inside our greenhouse and browse an incredible selection of blooming hydrangeas and hardy hibiscus in peak color. From soft pastels to brilliant blues, pinks, whites, and vibrant tropical-looking hibiscus blooms, you'll find inspiring plants to brighten your yard for years to come.

Festival Activities

Bring the whole family and enjoy a day filled with flowers, learning, and fun!

• Free Gardening Seminars
  • 11:00 AM
  • 2:00 PM (repeat presentation)
• Free Hibiscus Iced Tea while supplies last.
• Kids Zone featuring bubbles and sidewalk chalk.
• Free Plant Giveaway Every Hour from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM (one winner each hour).

Why Plant Hydrangeas?

Hydrangeas have become one of the most beloved landscape shrubs—and for good reason.

• Enjoy months of colorful blooms throughout the summer.
• Many varieties thrive in the Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana climate.
• Beautiful in foundation plantings, landscape beds, and mixed borders.
• Outstanding cut flowers for fresh or dried arrangements.
• Easy to grow with the right location and basic care.
• Many varieties provide attractive fall color and winter interest.

Why Gardeners Love Hardy Hibiscus

Hardy hibiscus delivers some of the largest flowers you'll find in a perennial garden—often reaching 8 to 12 inches across! Despite their tropical appearance, these plants return year after year in our climate.

• Massive, eye-catching blooms from midsummer into fall.
• Perfect for creating a dramatic focal point.
• Attract butterflies and other pollinators.
• Thrives in sunny locations with consistently moist soil.
• A low-maintenance perennial that comes back bigger and better each season.

Whether you're planting a brand-new landscape or simply looking to add vibrant color to your garden, our knowledgeable team will be available to answer your questions and help you choose the perfect hydrangeas and hardy hibiscus for your home.

We look forward to seeing you at Alsip's Kingsbury Acres for a day filled with beautiful blooms, gardening inspiration, family fun, and free plants!