USPS issued American Gardens Forever stamps nationwide on May 13, 2020. The pane of 20 contains 10 different photographs—two of each—showing public gardens across the United States.
American Gardens at a Glance
| Issue date | May 13, 2020 |
|---|---|
| Postage class | Ordinary First-Class Mail Forever |
| Format | Pane of 20 |
| Designs | 10 garden photographs, each repeated twice |
| Photographer | Allen Rokach |
| Art director and designer | Ethel Kessler |
The 10 Gardens on the Stamps
| Garden | Location |
|---|---|
| Biltmore Estate Gardens | North Carolina |
| Brooklyn Botanic Garden | New York |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Illinois |
| Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens | Maine |
| Dumbarton Oaks Garden | District of Columbia |
| The Huntington Botanical Gardens | California |
| Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park | Florida |
| Norfolk Botanical Garden | Virginia |
| Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens | Ohio |
| Winterthur Garden | Delaware |
What the Pane Contains
The official pane has 20 stamps but only 10 different photographs. Each garden appears twice. USPS states that the photographs were taken between 1996 and 2014, so the stamp images document the gardens at particular moments rather than guaranteeing their current seasonal appearance.
Design Theme
The set spans botanical gardens, estate gardens, municipal gardens and other public landscapes. Its subject is the designed garden as a place of beauty, education, scientific study and public experience—not a single flower species or one geographic region.
Mailing Use
American Gardens stamps are ordinary Forever postage. A genuine unused stamp covers an eligible domestic First-Class Mail one-ounce stamped letter at the current ordinary Forever rate. A heavier, square, rigid, oversized or international mailpiece can require additional postage.
Buying and Collecting Checks
- Confirm that a full pane contains 20 stamps and 10 designs.
- Check whether a reseller listing offers a complete pane, partial set or individual stamps.
- Use clear images to verify the issue title, garden captions and condition.
- Separate usable postage value from any collector premium.
This store does not currently list the exact American Gardens issue. For related designs, browse Flower Forever stamps or nature-themed Forever stamps. Availability can change, so use the live product catalog rather than assuming this specific pane is in stock.
Official Source
The USPS American Gardens release confirms the nationwide date, 20-stamp format, 10 garden names, photographer and design credits.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many designs are in the American Gardens pane?
Ten. Each design appears twice in the pane of 20.
Are all the featured gardens open to the public?
USPS stated at issue that all 10 featured gardens were open to the public. Check each garden directly for current hours and access rules.
Are unused American Gardens stamps still valid?
Yes. Genuine unused examples remain valid at the current ordinary Forever postage value.
Does this store currently sell the exact pane?
No exact American Gardens product was found in the live catalog when checked. Related flower and nature designs are available.
Explore flower designs, nature designs, or the stamp category directory.
Issue record and store catalog checked August 31, 2026.
Compare this garden set with other botanical issues in the USPS flower stamp guide.