Groundskeeping
The Groundskeeping staff are responsible for mowing, seeding, sodding and fertilizing, as well as leaf clean-up and snow removal. The crew maintains 70 acres of turfgrass in the public portion of the Gardens, and another 30 acres in the perimeter lands.
The soil and compost crew provides soil, growing media, and mulch--and hauls organic debris to process it into usable products. Staff members maintain approximately nine acres of topsoil fields that allow Longwood to use its own topsoil in all of its displays. The soil pasteurization process prepares the soil for use in the Gardens. On average, the team handles 8,000 yards of compost and soil per year.
Curtis on Tour: Samuel Barber
Saturday, March 13; 8:00 pm
Celebrate Samuel Barber's 100th birthday with Barber's String Quartet Op.11, a well-crafted three-movement work performed by the talented musicians of the Curtis Institute of Music.
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Orchid Extravaganza
Now through 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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Blue Poppies
In Bloom Now!
Longwood's famed Blue Poppies are back! These elusive plants are usually found in Scotland, Alaska and the Himalayas, but you need only to travel to Longwood to see these show-stopping beauties.
The Jazz Club
Performances in March and April
Enjoy a night of hot jazz in a floral paradise at The Jazz Club at Longwood Gardens. Performers include stunning vocalist Jane Monheit and the captivating duo of Joshua Redman & Brad Mehldau Duo.
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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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What's in Bloom
A team of Longwood Volunteers gathers horticultural highlights from the Outdoor Gardens and Conservatory. Download a pdf of their top picks for the week, including photos and locations.
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