We visit Van der Veer around the 4th of July most years; we go Davenport to attend a three day 'blues fest' in LeClaire Park on the Mississippi River. Our itinerary always includes a trip to Van der Veer. Here's some pics from this year:
Inside the conservatory -
Greenhouse where coleus are propagated -
Garden architecture -
Fountain
Mantis
(moved from last year)