Spring Blooms

April 1 to May 28, 2010

The Flower Garden Walk features tulips in a rainbow of color, and spring annuals such as  pot marigolds and snapdragons in late April. In May, Peirce's Woods abounds with native azaleas, columbines, Virginia bluebells, and foam-flowers.

Please note that actual bloom times may vary depending on weather. The list of flowering highlights is subject to change.

General Indoor Highlights 

  • Begonias
  • Bougainvilleas
  • Caladiums (Caladium humboldtii)
  • Fuchsias
  • Hydrangeas
  • Ivy Geraniums (Pelargonium peltatum)
  • Orchids
  • Roses
  • Snapdragons (Antirrhinum)

General Outdoor Highlights 

  • Armenian Grape Hyacinth (Muscari armeniacum)
  • Azaleas (Rhododendron)
  • Columbines (Aquilegia)
  • Cool season vegetables
  • Crabapple (Malus)
  • Dogwoods (Cornus)
  • Flowering Cherries (Prunus)
  • Foam-flower (Tiarella cordifolia)
  • Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
  • Hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis)
  • Irises
  • Japanese Flowering Dogwoods (Cornus kousa)
  • Lilacs (Syringa)
  • Peonies
  • Phlox
  • Pot Marigolds (Calendula)
  • Princess-tree (Paulownia tomentosa)
  • Rhododendrons
  • Tulips
  • Trillium
  • Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica)
  • Wisterias

Curtis on Tour: Samuel Barber

Saturday, March 13; 8:00 pm

Celebrate Samuel Barber's 100th birthday with Barber's String Quartet Op.11, a well-crafted three-movement work performed by the talented musicians of the Curtis Institute of Music.


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Orchid Extravaganza

Now through March 31

The divas of the plant world put on an unforgettable show throughout the Conservatory. See thousands of orchids from around the world, including a living orchid curtain and orchid topiaries, among many other innovative displays.


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Blue Poppies

In Bloom Now!

Longwood's famed Blue Poppies are back! These elusive plants are usually found in Scotland, Alaska and the Himalayas, but you need only to travel to Longwood to see these show-stopping beauties.

International Orchid Show & Sale

March 26, 27 & 28

Enter a world of dazzling orchids showcased by the best collectors and growers from Hawaii to South America. Stunning exhibits fill the Conservatory and a wide array of orchids—both rare and well known—are offered for sale.


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Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance

on view April 10–November 21, 2010

Longwood Gardens takes you inside the unmapped universe of scent with Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance, an interactive exhibition that explores the art, science and mystery of fragrance.


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Garden Passes

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Members enjoy unparalleled access to Longwood Gardens, including members-only special events, discounts in our shop and restaurant and free offerings throughout the Gardens. 


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