About Karen

Karen Daubmann has been the director of horticulture for Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens since June 2003. She is responsible for a crew of horticulturists that oversee 13 display houses, 36,000 ft2 of greenhouse space, and acres of outdoor flower gardens. In addition to the daily aesthetic at Phipps, Karen has been responsible for the design of several flower shows, exhibits, and garden beds. Charged with coordinating the horticultural efforts for the new Tropical Forest Conservatory, Karen has been developing the conceptual designs into planting plans and researching, sourcing, and purchasing each plant that is to be installed. She is excited that this trip to Thailand will allow her to observe the plants in their native landscapes, decorations, ceremonies, and foods.