Container gardening

Dozens of informative and entertaining programs will be presented throughout the show on the Greendell Mulch & Mix Theatre Stage in Expo Hall. The always-popular fresh-cut flowers will be available for purchase again this year; a Kids’ Play Area will keep the young ones happily occupied while mom and dad take a break and relax nearby, and numerous food and beverage options will be available in both Expo Hall and West Pavilion.

The 55th Indiana Flower & Patio Show runs Saturday, March 9 through Sunday, March 17 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds West Pavilion and Expo Hall, 1202 East 38th Street, Indianapolis. Hours are Saturdays 10 am to 9 pm, Monday through Friday 10 am to 9 pm, and Sundays 10 am to 5 pm.

General admission at the door is $12 for adults, with children 12 and under free. A downloadable $3 discount coupon for use at the box office is available at www.indianaflowerandpatioshow.com .

Advance sale tickets are $9 and available now at all Indiana Marsh Supermarkets. Tickets also are available on line at www.indianaflowerandpatioshow.com for $12; full-price on-line purchases come with a free one-year subscription to Better Homes & Gardens magazine.