Long Gardens Pennsylvania

Longwood Gardens    

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(4.5K) · Botanical garden in Kennett Square, United States
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One of the world’s great gardens, Longwood’s story is one of legacy, innovation, and stewardship. Spanning more than 1,100 acres, our Gardens …

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Jan 6, 2025
New sections are beautiful. We loved the outside bonsai courtyard. The holiday lights and decorations were great as usual. See 1906 restaurant review separately. The renovation of 1906 is also bea… Full review by Barbara L
Dec 28, 2024
I visited Longwood Gardens today (12/28/2024) and rate my experience 1 out of 5 stars. I was extremely disappointed. Firstly, tickets are non-refundable. It was raining when I arrived and continued … Full review by L N
Dec 20, 2024
Beautiful lights and a lovely new conservatory just open with a more plant focused display than the trees and lights in the older conservatory. Had not seen any reviews for the new Taste of Christmas… Full review by PegSNJ
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If it rains, is it still worth the visit?
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The conservatory is all inside. The restaurant also has inside seating ( i prefer inside for some a/c). But, if you can postpone and go on a sunny day it is much better. So much to see. …
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The conservatory is all inside. The restaurant also has inside seating ( i prefer inside for some a/c). But, if you can postpone and go on a sunny day it is much better. So much to see. And the fountains are great.
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Where are some recommended hotels nearby?
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We stayed at the Inn at Mendenhall. 5-7 Minute drive. $166 for the night for a King room.
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When are the peonies & hydrangeas in bloom?
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When to expect these plants to bloom in S.E. Pennsylvania Peony flowering occurs for seven to eight weeks, from the end of April until early June (hardiness zones 6 to 7). Flowers …
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When to expect these plants to bloom in S.E. Pennsylvania Peony flowering occurs for seven to eight weeks, from the end of April until early June (hardiness zones 6 to 7). Flowers typically bloom in this order: woodland peonies, followed by tree peonies and then herbaceous species and ending with intersectional hybrids Many species and cultivars of hydrangea flower in Pennsylvania, mid July through August, with bursts of white flower color that slowly change to shades of pinks and reds.
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Answer by Christine B · Mar 20, 2023
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We’re visiting in early December and need to know if we will be indoors or outdoors most of the time. Trying to plan what …
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We’re visiting in early December and need to know if we will be indoors or outdoors most of the time. Trying to plan what to wear.
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Plan for outdoors. The lights and decorations are throughout the gardens which is a lot of outdoor walking to see everything. The only real "indoor" spaces are the conservatory (which I …
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Plan for outdoors. The lights and decorations are throughout the gardens which is a lot of outdoor walking to see everything. The only real "indoor" spaces are the conservatory (which I would plan on 30-45 min to walk through) and the restaurant. You'll love it. Longwood is beautiful!!!
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I am planning to see A Longwood Christmas with my future fiancé. Actually, I am planning to propose at this beautiful …
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I am planning to see A Longwood Christmas with my future fiancé. Actually, I am planning to propose at this beautiful venue! I see that it says lights come on at 12 pm and every 15 minutes after that but don’t understand what this means. Please help! I am coming from 2 hours away and want to make this visit as memorable as possible and that includes seeing the exhibits during the day but also want to experience all the beautiful lights.
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I would double check with the office but the light show is continuous and I thought it comes in after the sun goes down. The fountain shows are also continuous but since you are …
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I would double check with the office but the light show is continuous and I thought it comes in after the sun goes down. The fountain shows are also continuous but since you are coming a long way, call the office for the best time and location since it is a huge park.
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What if I have less than 15 students?
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A minimum of 15 students is required to request a field trip.
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