„Flora’s Guests“ – Insect Drawings from Ricarda Blank

Art exhibition in the “Grüner Saal” (Green Room)

An ancient, inextricable bond exists between plants and insects. Their relationships are diverse – while some are mutually beneficial, others are rather one-sided, and not least, involve fraud and deception.

Insects rely on the plant world, which provides them with food, shelter, nesting material, and habitat. Conversely, the vast majority of our planet’s flowering plants depend on pollination by insects, including bees, butterflies, beetles, and others.

The exhibition showcases a glimpse of the colourful and diverse connections between the insect and plant worlds in their coexistence.

About the Artist

Ricarda Blank was born in Munich. After graduating from high school with a focus on mathematics and art, she studied computer science at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). Her passion for nature and biology ultimately led her to botanical and wildlife painting. She has been exhibiting her work regularly since 2018, featuring in solo exhibitions, collaborating with various artist collectives, participating in art fairs, and showcasing her art at “Botanical Art Worldwide 2025.”

Admission

Important Note: This art exhibition takes place alongside the highly popular special exhibition “Tropical Butterflies.” Therefore, entry is only possible with a time-slot ticket.

Admission & Access: Your ticket grants you flexible access to both the greenhouse complex and the art exhibition. The specific time slot only regulates entry to the butterfly exhibition.

Ticket Sales & Availability: Tickets can be purchased online up to 14 days in advance. A limited number of same-day tickets is also available at the main ticket office.

Please note: On Saturdays and Sundays, tickets are usually sold out by 11 am or 12 pm.

Opening Hours

Greenhouses & Exhibitions: Daily from 9:00 am. to 4:00 pm. (Last admission at 3:30 pm.)
Outdoor Areas: Free admission – open until 4:30 pm. (Please note: The south entrance closes early at 4:15 pm.)
Holiday Closures: The Botanical Garden is closed on December 24 and December 31.

Prices

Regular €6,50 | reduced €4,50 | Outdoor Areas: Free admission
Children under 12: Free admission
Reduced admission: Appliable for youths aged 12 to 17, school pupils, and university students.

Please have your valid proof ready on-site.
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