M Garden

The ‘M’ Garden is the landmark of the Garden, clearly visible to passers by on County Road 46 (160th St). The planting features 1800 brightly colored annuals in the shape of the University of Minnesota 'M'. The Gold 'M' part is planted in ‘Bonanza Gold’ Marigolds. Surrounding the ‘M’ are Celosia “New Look’ with their vivid maroon stems, leaves and flowers, representing the University of Minnesota’s trademark maroon color.

The first ‘M’ display garden was planned as a colorful maroon and gold celebration of the 150th anniversary of the University of Minnesota in 2001. The display was such a stunning success that the same varieties of annuals have greeted visitors to the garden ever since.

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