Public Greenhouse

A greenhouse may not be number one on your destination list when traveling, but a trip to Anchorage is enhanced by including a visit to the Mann Leiser Memorial Greenhouses. The facility is open to the public and features more than 550 different species of plants. It operates year-round and is considered a test garden. The greenhouse staff prides itself on its ability to flourish during the harsh Alaskan winter months. Ever wonder where all of the flower come from that are sprinkled around public areas in downtown Anchorage? Mann Leiser supplies the flowers and plans for more than 500 of the city flowerbeds. The green house produces a staggering 80,000 plants that are used to make the city a welcoming, bright place. The tropical greenhouse portion of the greenhouses are open to the public seven days a week from 8 am until 3 pm. There is a fish pond and a small aviary, and it is a popular destination for elementary school field trips. Self-guided tour books are available for those who would like an education as well as the beauty of the flowering wonders. As an vital, important part of the Anchorage community, the Mann Leiser Memorial Garden is a great place to visit.