Garden
Gardens
The Morris Arboretum at the University of Pennsylvania
Ongoing: Storytime
Through June 27: Artists in the Garden Exhibit
April 4: Grand Opening of Sculpture by Patrick Dougherty
Admission. 100 East Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. 215-247-5777; www.morrisarboretum.org.
The Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College
Ongoing: Encompassing over 300 acres of Swarthmore College, Scott Arboretum features over 4,000 types of ornamentals plants. The mission of the Arboretum is to display plants suited for home gardens in this area and to educate the public. Education programs are offered year round.
Admission. 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA. 610-328-8025; www.scottarboretum.org.
Winterthur
Ongoing: Second Saturday Garden Walks
March-November: Garden Workshops & Talks
April-October: Wednesdays at Winterthur
April 18: Daffodil Day
May 9: Azaleas and Bluebells
May 17: Peonies and Primroses
June-August: KIDS GROW Children’s Vegetable Garden
June-September: Estate Tours
Admission. 5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE. 302-888-4600; www.winterthur.org.
Longwood Gardens
Through March 29: Delaware Photographic Society Exhibit
Through March 29: Orchid Extravaganza
April 4-May 31: Spring Blooms
Admission. 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA. 610-388-1000; www.longwoodgardens.org.
Tyler Arboretum
March 22: Orienteering at Tyler
April 11: Delco Roadrunners 10K Trail Race
May 1-2: Plant Sale
May 8: National Public Gardens Day
June 6: National Trails Day
June 18: Tyler at Twilight Auction
Admission. 515 Painter Road, Media, PA. 610-566-9134; www.tylerarboretum.org.
Linden Hill Gardens
March 28-29: Hellebore Festival
May 9-10: Mother’s Day Tea Party
May 30-31: Constant Color
June 5: Ladies Night in the Garden
8230 Easton Road, Ottsville, PA. 610-847-1300; www.lindenhillgarden.com.
Chanticleer
April-October: A 35-acre pleasure garden open to the public. The garden is a study of textures and forms, where foliage trumps flowers, the gardeners lead the design, and even the drinking fountains are sculptural. Educational programs are offered regularly. 786 Church Road, Wayne, PA. 610-687-4163; www.chanticleergarden.org.
Mt. Cuba Center
April-November: The Mt.Cuba Center is situated on 600 acres. Its woodland wildflower gardens are recognized as the region’s finest. Guided docent tours are available by reservation. Special events are scheduled regularly. Admission. 3120 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin, DE. 302-239-4244; www.mtcubacenter.org.
Bartram’s Garden
April 1: Little Explorers Toddler Programhttp://www.gardenclubhunterdonhills.com
April 8: Homeschooler Days
May 8: Spring Plant Sale and Mother’s Day Weekend Celebration
54th Street and Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA. 215-729-5281; www.bartramsgarden.org.
Hershey Gardens
April 2: Opening Day
April 5: Easter Sunrise Service
April 27: Gardenfest
May 22: Opening for Outdoor Summer Art Exhibit
May 22-September 13: Visit the Butterfly House
Admission. 170 Hotel Road, Hershey, PA. 717-534-3492; www.hersheygardens.org.
Garden Tea Party
April 11: The Perkasie Garden Club presents its annual fundraiser. There will be a program by The Garden Guru Kent Russell, and a full afternoon tea will be served. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Advance admission. James Lorah Auditorium, 132 North Main Street, Doylestown, PA. 215-362-0335.
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
April 18-19: Daffodil Flower Show
May 2-3: VFARS Public Plant Sale
May 17; June 20: Iris Flower Show
631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA. 610-647-8870; www.jenkinsarboretum.org.
SEPOS International Orchid Show and Sale
April 24-26: This orchid extravaganza will feature spectacular exhibits showcasing beautiful, sometimes bizarre, often fragrant, and always interesting orchids in full bloom. There also will be growing supplies, giftware, books, photographs, and orchid plants. Lectures and tours are scheduled. Admission. Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA. 215-299-1000; www.ansp.org.
Annual Lecture at Tyler Formal Gardens
April 25: Chris Strand, Director of Garden & Estate for Winterthur, will present a special lecture: The du Pont Gardens and Their Influence on American Gardening. The Tyler Formal Gardens will be open for tours after the lecture. 9 a.m. Advance registration is $15, $10 with student ID. Kevin and Sima Zlock Performing Arts Center, Bucks County Community College, 275 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA. www.bucks.edu/foundation/events or email: rosenbel@bucks.edu.
Hortulus Farm
May-October: A one-hundred acre 18th-century farmstead and nursery operation. It was created by garden and event designer Renny Reynolds and garden writer and author Jack Staub. The gardens and museum are open for tours. 60 Thompson Mill Road, Wrightstown, PA. 215-598-0050; www.hortulusfarm.com.
The Garden Club of Hunterdon Hills
May 16: The club presents their garden tour for 2015, which will feature five gardens in the Stanton area of Hunterdon County, NJ. Light refreshments will be available. 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Advance tickets. www.gardenclubhunterdonhills.com.
2015 Garden Tour: Through the Eyes of a Child
June 6: See beautiful private Bucks County gardens on this annual tour. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Advance admission. Sponsored by the New Hope Historical Society. 215-862-5652; www.newhopehs.org.
Annual Hidden Gardens of Lambertville Tour
June 13: This annual self-guided walking tour allows visitors to enjoy elegant and unique “hidden gardens” in the backyards of residents in Lambertville, NJ. The tour begins at The Kalmia Clubhouse, 39 York Street, Lambertville, and showcases a variety of garden types and plants, from eclectic to formal, large and small. Net proceeds further The Kalmia Club’s mission and assist with its community outreach and annual scholarship programs. Admission. 609-397-2537; www.kalmiaclub.org.
Bucks Beautiful Kitchen & Garden Tour
June 14: This self-guided tour features six Bucks County homes. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain or shine. Advance admission. 215-340-3639; www.bucksbeautiful.org