Christmas Display
November 25, 2010 to January 9, 2011
New surprises, 500,000 outdoor lights and holiday magic await you during Longwood's incomparable Christmas display. Dazzling trees, seasonal concerts and ice skating shows return, while the Music Room hosts a special, themed holiday display.
Thousands of poinsettias accented with amaryllis, artemesia, begonias, cyclamen, hybrid lilies, kalanchoes, paperwhites, red berried plants and many other flowers flourish inside acres of heated glass conservatories. Living wreaths, swags and live floral trees adorn rooms throughout the Conservatory.
Please note that actual bloom times may vary depending on weather. The list of flowering highlights is subject to change.
Horticultural highlights this season:
General Indoor Highlights
- Amaryllis
- Begonias
- Calla-lily (Zantedeschia)
- Coleus (Solenostemon)
- Cyclamen coum (Cyclamencoum)
- Euphorbias
- Heaths (Erica)
- Heathers (Calluna)
- Lilies
- Narcissus
- Orchids
- Poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima)
- Primroses (Primula)
- Red Stem Dogwoods (Cornus stolonifera)
- Roses
- Winterberry Hollies (Ilex verticillata)
General Outdoor Highlights
- Topiaries
- Conifers
The Jazz Club
Performances in February, March and April
Enjoy a night of hot jazz in a floral paradise at The Jazz Club at Longwood Gardens. Performers include Grammy winner Terence Blanchard, stunning vocalist Jane Monheit and the captivating duo of Joshua Redman & Brad Mehldau Duo.
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Love Blooms: Valentine's Dinner
Saturday, February 13
When a dozen roses just isn't enough, surround your sweetheart with flowers, sweet desserts and luscious cuisine during this one-of-a-kind event in the Conservatory.
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Orchid Extravaganza
January 23–March 31
The divas of the plant world put on an unforgettable show throughout the Conservatory. See thousands of orchids from around the world, including a living orchid curtain and orchid topiaries, among many other innovative displays.
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Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance
on view April 10–November 21, 2010
Longwood Gardens takes you inside the unmapped universe of scent with Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance, an interactive exhibition that explores the art, science and mystery of fragrance.
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Garden Passes
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Members enjoy unparalleled access to Longwood Gardens, including members-only special events, discounts in our shop and restaurant and free offerings throughout the Gardens.
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