Gardens
Blue-poppies in Bloom
Longwood Gardens forces Meconopsis 'Lingholm' to flower every year in March, producing large blossoms that average four inches in diameter. Blue-poppies are infrequently cultivated outside their native habitat, the high elevations of the Himalayan Mountains.
Upcoming Events
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Pop-up Clivia Display
Display
Pop-up Clivia Display
Enjoy a special display of our six clivia releases, each a beautiful example of our clivia breeding program.
March 15–27, 2023 -
Summer Performance Series
Tickets On Sale Now
Summer Performance Series
Our outdoor performance series showcases remarkable talents in remarkably beautiful settings.
Community Read 2023
Celebrate the tenth year of our Community Read and discover how food connects people, plants, and gardening. Read the books and join our Community Conversations with Black Food author Bryant Terry!
Upcoming Classes
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Water Management Solutions for Your Landscape
In-Person Class
Water Management Solutions for Your Landscape
Explore water management approaches from permeable hardscape options to rain gardens, seepage beds, and more.
Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 9:00 AM -
Introduction to Hellebores
In-Person Class
Introduction to Hellebores
Join this introductory level class from longtime instructor Cres Motzi, AIFD, to learn about conditioning and designing with these fabulous blooms.
Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 6:00 PM -
Sweet Floral Treats: Fruit Tarts
In-Person Class
Sweet Floral Treats: Fruit Tarts
Join florist Aliyah Ali as she leads you in creating a bountiful and fresh floral design inspired by fruit tarts.
Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 6:00 PM
From Our Blog
A Day in the Life of an International Intern
A Day in the Life of an International Intern
By Siphesihle Sibiya, on March 22, 2023
A Taste of Camellias
A Taste of Camellias
By Anthony S. Aiello, on March 15, 2023
A Trip to Italy, Inspired by Longwood Reimagined
A Trip to Italy, Inspired by Longwood Reimagined
By Faith Redcay, Ben Helde, and Elizabeth Ciskanik, on March 9, 2023
Resilience, Roots, and Relevancy
Resilience, Roots, and Relevancy
By Jourdan Cole, on March 6, 2023
Community Read: A Conversation with Author Bryant Terry
Community Read: A Conversation with Author Bryant Terry
By Brittany Long, on March 1, 2023
Gardens
Beauty in the Making
As Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience continues to take shape and as our cultural landscape evolves, we are delighted to share with you a few of the many facets of this incredibly detailed project … so you can see true beauty in the making.
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On View Now–June 30, 2023
Voices in the Landscape
Embark on a beautifully poignant journey with storyteller Charlotte Blake Alston as she celebrates the strength, resilience, and contributions of the African American community through the lens of horticulture and the power of story.