Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
June 2017, April 2019, & July 2019
Fortunately, I have been able to visit Longwood Gardens on several different occasions. In June of 2017, I went with my boyfriend, Ryan. In April of 2019, I went with my mom, sister, and Ryan. In July of 2019, I went again with Ryan. I have enjoyed all of my visits to Longwood Gardens! Longwood is a beautiful American botanical garden. There are over 1,100 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows. The different gardens include:
Meadow Garden
Waterlily Display **One of my favorites
Open Air Theatre
Wisteria Garden
Bonsai Display
Rose Arbor
Peony Garden
Peirce's Woods
Oak and Conifer Knoll
Italian Water Garden **One of my favorites
Large and Small Lake
Peirce-du Pont House
Flower Garden Walk **One of my favorites
Hillside Garden
Peirce's Park
Orchid House
Tropical Terrace
Mediterranean Garden
Orangery
Acacia Passage
East Conservatory
Topiary Garden
Indoor Children's Garden
Banana House
Children's Corner
Cascade Garden
Fern Passage
Lookout Loft
Canopy Cathedral
Birdhouse
Cow Lot
Main Fountain Garden **One of my favorites
Music Room
Chimes Tower and Waterfall **One of my favorites
Green Wall **One of my favorites
Student Exhibition Garden
Estate Fruit House
Rose House
Silver Garden
Palm House
East Conservatory Plaza
Trial Garden
Rose Garden
Square Fountain
Garden Path
Flower Garden Drive
Forest Walk
Theatre Garden
There are so many stunning gardens, exhibits, and shows to see! I highly recommend wearing supportive walking shoes such as sneakers. Another recommendation I have is to avoid attending on extremely hot days, or if you do decide to visit on an extremely hot day, drink lots of fluids such as water to stay hydrated. Lastly, I recommend dining at their restaurants. Longwood offers two dining experiences one at 1906 and one at The Cafe & Beer Garden. 1906 has prix fixe lunch and dinner, on the pricier side - I have not gone to either before. The Cafe & Beer Garden has an a la carte menu that is suitable for the entire family. This is where I have ate at before and everytime has been delicious! Longwood has Certified Green Restaurants which means many things. They use:
Local Food Sources
Compostable Dishware, Cups, and Bottles
Recycling
Efficient Lighting
Natural Materials
Sustainable Furniture
“Green” Upholstery
Eco-friendly Flooring
Overall, Longwood Gardens is a wonderful place to spend the day with your loved ones! There is plenty to see and do for all ages, all year long! Longwood promotes sustainability and practices it in many ways. Longwood Gardens is a leader in horticulture excellence and values the arts and education. Not only is Longwood Gardens a beautiful place but a place that promotes beautiful missions and initiatives.
June 2017
April 2019
July 2019
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