Annual plant sale to include herbs, annuals, perennials and more
2025 Biology Club spring plant sale preview
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2025 Biology Club spring plant sale preview
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A variety of flowering plants, herbs, vegetables and more will be for sale at the annual Biology Club spring plant sale. Photo by Tia Broz, Indiana University
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Basil, thyme and oregano are among the herbs that will be for sale. Photo by Tia Broz, Indiana University
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Plants from the Biology Club plant sale are an affordable, sustainable gift option for Mother’s Day or other occasions. Photo by Tia Broz, Indiana University
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A variety of succulents are being prepared for the sale. Photo by Tia Broz, Indiana University
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Several plants will be offered for the first time, including chenille plants. Photo by Tia Broz, Indiana University
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Also new this year: pickle plants! Photo by Tia Broz, Indiana University
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Lavender is often used for its fragrance in products like essential oils or candles, or for its flavor in tea, baked goods and more. Photo by Tia Broz, Indiana University
The annual Biology Club spring plant sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 22, 23 and 24 in Taylor Courtyard.
A variety of herbs, vegetables, annuals, native perennials and more will be available for purchase, including lavender, rosemary, succulents, coleus, begonias and new this year: chenille plants and pickle plants.
Prices range from $2 to $15. Cash, credit card, Venmo and Cash App will be accepted.
Biology Club members germinate and grow the plants in the IU Indianapolis campus greenhouse in the Science Building. Sale proceeds support the club’s activities for students, like kayaking and camping trips.