Big and Small Summer Exhibit 2026

Big and Small Exhibit Pitcher Trumpets

May 30 – September 30

This summer, discover a world where scale shifts and perspective transforms everything you thought you knew about plants. Big and Small, a whimsical outdoor exhibit by Tork Collaborative Arts with Tony Ball, invites guests to explore towering blooms, oversized botanicals, and tiny details brought to life in unexpected ways.

Known for their playful approach to scale, interaction, and imagination, Tork Collaborative Arts creates installations that invite curiosity, conversation, and discovery. Founded in 1998, Tork’s works have been featured in botanical gardens and public spaces around the world.

Learn more about the artists at www.torkworks.com.

Meet Our Newest Garden Resident: Baby Gnome
(Arrives June 2026)

Something tiny is arriving in a very big way this summer.

Back in 2010, Elwood made his debut as The World’s Largest Concrete Gnome. Now, in our Big & Small theme year, he’s joined by a much tinier companion—proving that even the biggest legends have small beginnings.

In garden folklore, gnomes are quiet protectors of plants and soil—tiny caretakers with big responsibilities. This Baby Gnome celebrates that magic, reminding us that even the smallest guardians help gardens—and imaginations—grow.

Perfect for family photos and summer memories, Baby Gnome is sure to become an instant guest favorite. Join us this summer for a “Gname the Gnome” contest! Stay tuned to Reiman Gardens social media channels for more information!

  • Pitcher Trumpets

    Trumpet Pitchers

    Located in the Triangle Beds

     

  • Gomphrena Bouquet

    Gomphrena Bouquet

    Located between the Campanile and Trial Gardens

  • Poppy flowers sculpture

    Poppy Group

    Located in the Hillside Water-Wise Garden

  • Epic Echinacea sculpture

    Epic Echinacea

    Located in Sycamore Falls

  • Baby Gnome Outline

    Baby Gnome

    Located by Elwood