Matt O.
9/10/2025
I love the variety, there are small iris and Siberians, even historic and rebloomers. And of course the tall bearded! We go walk through the gardens several times when they are blooming!
NE Minneapolis Municipal Iris Gardens
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3300 Central Ave NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
The Northeast Minneapolis Municipal Iris Gardens (NEMMIG) is a public facility dedicated to the education, preservation, and research of the Iris genus. Established in 2017 at Columbia Park, the gardens focus on studying reblooming iris varieties suitable for Minnesota gardens while also collecting and showcasing historic and contemporary Minnesota Iris introductions.
With the support of the Iris Society of Minnesota, community volunteers, and generous sponsors, NEMMIG aims to beautify local public land and serve as a valuable resource for gardeners interested in the unique colors and characteristics of various iris species. Accessible year-round, the gardens emphasize sustainable horticultural practices suitable for the region's climate.
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5.03 reviews
Tatiana A.
4/4/2018
These iris gardens are one of a kind, and the only place in the world to see this collection of over 300 iris varieties. Made specifically to research which iris species and cultivars grow and...
Jeff A.
5/27/2022
This garden is a little known Minneapolis treasure. It's one of a small handful of public iris display gardens in the country. The collection is wide-ranging, from dwarf iris to bearded, Siberian,...
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