Bird Haven Greenhouse

Bird Haven Greenhouse & Conservatory sits on three acres of land within a 660-acre site, comprised of Pilcher Park and Higginbotham Woods. 

The Greenhouse & Conservatory was constructed at its current site in the early 1900's. This Italian Renaissance-style facility, designed by Lord and Burnham Company, features spectacular floral shows with seasonal motifs during the fall, winter, and spring. Year-round attractions are offered with a tropical house, cacti room, and show house.

Photo Permits

PHOTO PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL PHOTOSHOOTS

We require all posed or portrait photographers using either the greenhouse or all property grounds during hours of operation to purchase a permit for their session(s), which is non-refundable and must be displayed upon request.

Completed forms can be emailed:

dradzik@jolietpark.org

kzapf@jolietpark.org

Photo Permit Application

Educational Field Trips

Teachers, bring your students to visit our new Tropical and Desert Houses. We also have classes that can be brought directly to your classroom.

Call (815) 741-7278 for more information.

Weddings

Events

More info coming soon...

Volunteer/Community Service

Looking for volunteer work and a way to give back to your community? Bird Haven greenhouse always welcomes volunteers to help with watering, weeding and grounds cleanup. If interested in volunteering contact Diana Radzik at 815-741-7278 x504 or email dradzik@jolietpark.org

We also offer community service hours! Contact Diana Radzik at 815-741-7278 x504 or email dradzik@jolietpark.org

Reflower a Poinsettia

Below you will find instructions on how to reflower your poinsettia for next years holiday season.

FIRST STEP: During the holiday season, remember to take care of your plant. Do not allow the plant to dry out or over water.

FEBRUARY: Your plant may begin to fade in color. Keep plant in a sunny window.

MIDDLE of APRIL: Cut back the stem to approximately 6” above the soil.

MAY: Start fertilizing with a balanced fertilizer (20/20/20 or 20/10/20 content of nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus). Every third watering, fertilize at one teaspoon per gallon of water.

JUNE: Check to see if there is an abundance of roots, if so repot in a commercial potting soil & a slightly larger pot. The plant may be placed outside in light shade once the temperatures remain consistently above 55°F. Fertilize with balanced fertilizer (above) every second time you water.

MIDDLE of AUGUST: Keep plant inside in direct sunlight. Cut the stems back again, this time 3-4 leaves per shoot. Continue to water & fertilize.

MIDDLE of SEPTEMBER to 1st of DECEMBER: Keep plant in direct sunlight until 5pm. From 5pm to 8am, place plant in complete darkness. To acheive the needed darkness place the plant in a closet or cover it with a light tight box.

Your reflowering plant may not look like the plant in the stores. You must remember that the store plants are grown in a very controlled environment. 

Good Luck!