Our Plants

The plants and trees of Longwood, with the allure of their ephemeral beauty, bring us together to experience a spectacular ensemble of gardens and landscapes.

When we visit, we are united by the memories we share, by the stunning surroundings, and by the living network that is here for everyone to enjoy. 

What's in Bloom

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  • Big Blue Hesper Palm

    Brahea armata is a palm native to Baja California, Mexico, and can reach heights of 40 feet tall. It grows in dry canyons and once established this palm can even tolerate frost. Brahea armata has beautiful blue, palmate fronds, which are very spiny on the margin. The inflorescence extends past the fronds and has drooping panicles of fruits which are small and edible when cooked.

  • Poinsettia

    Native to Mexico and Guatemala, the poinsettia is one of the few traditional Christmas plants that is native to the Americas.  Grown for its brightly colored bracts, the poinsettia is a favorite in our holiday display.

Discover Iconic Plants

Blooms in Action

Watch this stunning collection of time-lapse images of some of our iconic plants coming into bloom, captured by former research intern Ty Seely.

Camellia Breeding Process

Learn about the goals and process of our camellia breeding program.

Sensational Sprout

See our titan arum’s amazing transformation in this timelapse video.

A Fine Vine: Clematis

Join Jeff Jabco, an instructor in our Continuing Education program, as he showcases the top five Clematis in this year’s International Trial.

Everything’s Coming up Roses

Enjoy a walk through our Rose Arbor, showcasing the vibrant pink Rosa ‘American Pillar’.

Pierre’s Poplar

Meet one of the tallest trees at Longwood Gardens—and get a bird’s eye view as Longwood’s Arborists attempt to measure this champion tree.