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Plan Your Visit

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Spring Blooms - March 29 to May 19, 2013

Watch as spring color emerges to paint the landscape in vibrant hues. Tulips, dogwoods, wisteria and more herald spring’s arrival indoors and out. Breathe in the fresh spring air and relish the beauty of the Gardens, where every day something new is coming up.

In mid- to late-April, the Idea Garden and Flower Garden Walk burst into bloom with spring bulbs and tulips in a rainbow of color, and spring annuals such as pot marigolds and snapdragons in May. In May, Peirce's Woods abounds with native azaleas, columbines, Virginia bluebells, and foam-flowers.

Please note that actual bloom times may vary depending on weather. The list of flowering highlights is subject to change.

General Indoor Highlights

  • Begonias
  • Bougainvilleas
  • Caladiums (Caladium humboldtii)
  • Fuchsias
  • Hydrangeas
  • Ivy Geraniums (Pelargonium peltatum)
  • Orchids
  • Roses
  • Snapdragons (Antirrhinum)

General Outdoor Highlights

  • Armenian Grape Hyacinth (Muscari armeniacum)
  • Azaleas (Rhododendron)
  • Columbines (Aquilegia)
  • Cool season vegetables
  • Crabapple (Malus)
  • Dogwoods (Cornus)
  • Flowering Cherries (Prunus)
  • Foam-flower (Tiarella cordifolia)
  • Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
  • Hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis)
  • Irises
  • Japanese Flowering Dogwoods (Cornus kousa)
  • Lilacs (Syringa)
  • Peonies
  • Phlox
  • Pot Marigolds (Calendula)
  • Princess-tree (Paulownia tomentosa)
  • Rhododendrons
  • Tulips
  • Trillium
  • Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica)
  • Wisterias

Displays & Upcoming Events

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Festival of Fountains

May 25–September 2

Stand before towering fountains, wander shady groves, see fireworks light up the night sky, and enjoy concerts in the most beautiful outdoor settings.

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2013 Summer Performance Series

All summer long, the arts come alive.

Our Summer Performance Series includes more than 40 free and ticketed concerts in the most beautiful outdoor settings.

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Fireworks & Fountains

May 25, July 3, July 20, August 17, August 31 & September 14

Get ready for an evening of oohs and ahhs, as Longwood presents spectacular Fireworks & Fountains shows guaranteed to make your summer memorable.

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Beyond the Garden Gates Days

Meet the arborists and gardeners that care for our trees and flowers throughout Spring Blooms, and see demonstrations throughout our Conservatory and outdoor gardens.

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