Renovation, innovation, and change are continual at Longwood Gardens. During his lifetime, Mr. du Pont enhanced Longwood with ongoing restoration and new construction. Today Longwood continues to preserve the past and build the future with projects that combine modern technology with tradition and heritage.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.