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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  • Hybrid Herbaceous Peony

    Paeonia 'Coral Sunset' is known for its splendid color transformation. The blooms open in a vibrant coral-peach tone and gradually fade to softer shades of apricot and cream as they age.  This variety is among the earlier herbaceous peonies to bloom in late spring to early summer, making it a great choice for extending the peony flowering season in your garden. 'Coral Sunset' has received the American Peony Society Gold Medal, a testament to its exceptional beauty, and garden performance.

  • Rosebay Rhododendron

    Rhododendron maximum is an open, rounded, evergreen shrub reaching 15 feet tall in this region. Commonly called rosebay rhododendron, this plant is native to North America and hardy to USDA zone 5. The thick green foliage stands up well to frigid temperatures. Large beautiful clusters of rose to white-colored flowers stand above the whirled leaves in June to July.  Rosebay rhododendron is especially suited to a naturalistic woodland garden that mirrors its native habitat.

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.