Gardens

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