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Spring Blooms Season

Spring Blooms

Now–May 2, 2021

Bask in the Beauty of Spring

Awaken your senses and revitalize your soul with the vibrant hues, fresh fragrances, and natural sounds of spring in our Gardens.

Stroll amid the millions of geophytes that burst forward with new life, heralding the season’s arrival. As the season unfolds, discover colorful tulips springing up amid fresh green foliage, the sweet scent of wisteria, spectacular vistas of flowering trees, and the whimsical sight of soaring foxgloves … among many other seasonal delights. Stroll among our historic trees, gaze into our tranquil lakes, savor the sounds of birdsong, and find the promise of new growth, new possibilities, and beautiful tomorrows at every turn.

Spring forward with us.

On View March 27–May 2, 2021 Gardens Open 10:00 am–6:00 pm. Closed Tuesdays.

Please note: All Membership levels, except Gardens Premium Members, must make reservations at this time. Timed Admission Tickets are required.

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Flower Garden Walk

Flower Garden Walk blooms late April into May

Idea Garden

The Idea Garden blooms late April into May

Peirce’s Woods

Expect peak blooms in Peirce’s Woods in May

Meadow Garden

Look for spring ephemerals starting in April

Wisteria Garden

The Wisteria Garden typically blooms in May

Open Air Theatre

Daydream of garden parties and performances past with these historic fountains that made their debut in 1914. Starting April 24, 5-minute shows run daily at 10:15 am and 12:15, 2:15, and 4:15 pm.

Early Spring Bulbs

The first blooms of spring usually arrive in March

Flowering Cherries

Expected to be in bloom mid-April

Flower Garden Walk

Magnolia denudata in bloom; magnolias typically bloom in early April

Experience Spring Blooms
How to Start a Cut Flower Garden at Home
Blog
How to Start a Cut Flower Garden at Home
By Roger Davis,
on March 31, 2020

By creating a cut flower garden at home you can have the luxury of creating bouquets to take inside … and to enjoy them even when you’re not strolling through the garden.

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How to Grow Early Spring Vegetables
By Alex Correia, on February 25, 2021
Conserving the Brilliant Bluebird
By Lea Johnson with George Gallatig and Pat Smith, on June 3, 2020
The Mystery of Longwood’s Iris Garden
By Judy Stevenson, on May 27, 2020
A Beautiful Distraction
By Abbey Gau, on March 19, 2020
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