Orchard In Bloom, now in its 23rd year, is set for April 27 through 29, 2012, in Holliday Park, 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, Indiana (map) — and takes place rain or shine.

Tickets at the gate are $12.

Recognized by the American Horticultural Society as one of the top garden shows in the country, it features gardening and landscape ideas and products; national exhibitors with a broad range of art and merchandise; live music; speakers, and children’s activities.

This year’s featured artist is Brad Cox, owner of the Iron Gate

Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both Friday and Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Parking and free shuttle bus service is available at Second Presbyterian Church, 7700 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, Indiana (map).

Orchard In Bloom is the major fund-raising annual event of the Parents’ Association of The Orchard School. Proceeds support improvements and outdoor education programs at Holliday Park and innovative initiatives at The Orchard School.

(Photo courtesy of Orchard in Bloom)