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.

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Gordlinia

Gordlinia

× Gordlinia grandiflora is a rare and striking hybrid flowering tree or large shrub, created by crossing two members of the tea family (Theaceae) - Franklinia alatamaha and Gordonia lasianthus. This intergeneric hybrid was developed in the southeastern United States to combine the best traits of its parent plants. It features large, fragrant, white camellia-like flowers with golden centers that bloom in late summer to early fall, often when few other trees are in flower. × Gordlinia grandiflora is valued for its fast growth, attractive glossy foliage, and extended blooming period. It thrives in well-drained, acidic soils and performs best in full sun to partial shade.
Chaste-tree

Chaste-tree

The chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus) is a deciduous shrub or small tree in the mint family (Lamiaceae), known for its aromatic, gray-green leaves and showy spikes of lavender to violet flowers that bloom from summer into fall. Native to the Mediterranean region, it’s widely grown in warm climates for its ornamental value and its strong appeal to pollinators like bees and butterflies. Despite the name, the "chaste" tree has a long history of use in herbal medicine, once believed to promote celibacy. Today, it's appreciated more for its drought tolerance, graceful form, and extended bloom period in the landscape.