As the garden quietly edges toward summer, the white arrows that lead guests to the flowering highlights have been removed and stored away until next year. There is always something to see in the Winterthur Garden but the “sensory overload” of the spring is now replaced with lush greens and a more discerning eye to […]
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The Virtual White Arrow Tour
Posted in Enchanted Woods, Garden, Plants, Tours, tagged Azalea Woods, Enchanted Woods, Icewell Terrace, martagon lily, Quarry Garden, white arrow, Winterthur Garden, yellow arrow tour on June 6, 2017 | 1 Comment »
Beyond the Spring Bling
Posted in Garden, tagged beech flowers, emerging leaves, Garden, oakleaf hydrangea, spring, spring garden, trees, tulip poplar, Winterthur Garden on April 14, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
In the time of much “gardening bling” it is easy to overlook some of the subtler beauty that is awakening at the same time. A bright red tulip, a show-stopping yellow forsythia mass, or the lush pastel fluff of a cherry tree in full flower is likely to grab anyone’s attention but surrounding that is […]
The Year of Good Enough
Posted in Garden, Garden Programs, Plants, tagged cherries, chionodoxa, flowering quince, glory-of-the-snow, magnolia, Prunus 'Accolade', spring garden, white arrows, Winterhazel, Winterthur Garden on March 30, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
While placing out the white arrows for our annual directional tour through the Winterthur Garden, I met up with several guests and the conversation did not change; it was focused on what flowers got hit and what made it through the cold temperatures unscathed. Comparisons along the same line were made between home gardens and […]
Wednesdays at Winterthur: The Best Fall has to Offer: A Highlights Walking Tour
Posted in Garden, Garden Programs, Lectures, Plants, Tours, tagged autumn, fall, fall interest, Wednesdays at Winterthur, Winterthur Garden on October 17, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Colors of fall come and go differently each year. Join Carol Long, associate curator of the garden, on a walk to see the crème de la crème of the day. Join us for demonstrations, talks, and guided walks covering a wide range of gardening topics. These events begin at 11:30 am […]
Wednesdays at Winterthur: Garden Objects
Posted in Garden, Garden Programs, Lectures, Plants, Tours, tagged conservation, garden objects, Wednesdays at Winterthur, Winterthur Garden on October 3, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Wednesday, October 5, 2016 Join Assistant Conservator Lauren Fair and Estate Supervisor Rob Plankinton for a walking tour and discussion about Winterthur’s garden objects. They will be discussing current, future, and completed projects along with conservation practices. Join us for demonstrations, talks, and guided walks covering a wide range of gardening topics. These events begin […]
Not Your Typical Internship Experience
Posted in Garden, tagged Bristol Summerhouse, Burr Oak, proposal, Quercus macrocarpa, Sycamore Hill, tree in tribute program, Winterthur Garden on September 29, 2016 | 1 Comment »
Our summer interns have gone for the season; back to their respective schools or onto the next phase of their lives. Sometimes they will visit, giving us updates about what has been going on after their summer at Winterthur and other times they might return for other reasons, like a marriage proposal. Such is the case with this story. […]
Wednesdays at Winterthur: Browns Meadows Walk
Posted in Garden, Garden Programs, Lectures, Plants, Tours, tagged aster, fields, goldenrod, habitat, nature, Wednesdays at Winterthur, wildlife, Winterthur Garden on September 26, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 As fall brings a variety of color, take a walk with Linda Bailey, natural lands technician, on the field pathways to enjoy the asters and goldenrod varieties and observe the wildlife that inhabit these areas. Please wear hiking shoes and bring a camera. Join us for demonstrations, talks, and guided walks […]
Wednesdays at Winterthur: Flower Arranging on a Whim
Posted in Garden, Garden Programs, Lectures, Plants, Tours, tagged Flower Arranging, Wednesdays at Winterthur, Winterthur Garden on September 19, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Wednesday, September 21, 2016 Join garden horticulturists, Suzanne French and Jessica Tsakiris, to learn how to gather natural materials in order to create whimsical arrangements. Join us for demonstrations, talks, and guided walks covering a wide range of gardening topics. These events begin at 11:30 am on Wednesdays from April through October (except August). Included […]
Wednesdays at Winterthur: History of the Coach House, Butler’s House, and the Original Cottage
Posted in Garden Programs, Lectures, Tours, tagged butler's house, coach house, cottage, historic buildings, Wednesdays at Winterthur, Winterthur Garden on September 12, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Wednesday, September 14, 2016 Join Estate Historian Jeff Groff in the Brown Learning Center for an illustrated overview of three buildings that were important parts of Winterthur and the role they played over time. Then enjoy a walk to take a closer look and hear more about them. […]
Wednesdays at Winterthur: Heirloom Tomato Taste Test
Posted in Garden, Garden Programs, Lectures, Plants, Tours, tagged heirloom tomatoes, taste test, Wednesdays at Winterthur, Winterthur Garden on September 5, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Wednesday, September 7, 2016 Heirloom tomatoes have become increasingly popular for many reasons but mainly because of their brilliant complex flavors. Join garden horticulturist Amy Bloom-Mountz in tasting and learning some of her favorite varieties grown right here at Winterthur. Pick your favorite and take seeds to grow at home. Join us for demonstrations, talks, […]
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