Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square is more than a garden; it’s a living museum of horticulture.
With a rich history dating back to the native Lenni Lenape tribe, it’s now a place where nature meets art.
Whether you’re a plant lover or a history buff, Longwood Gardens offers a journey of discovery.
Address: 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Phone: (610) 388-1000
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Mother Nature Takes One of Her Own, Fells Centuries-Old Tree at Longwood Gardens
One of Longwood Gardens’ signature trees, a yellow cucumber magnolia that was 195 years old and once deemed the tallest of its kind nationwide, has…
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Small Number of Remaining Employees Makes It Difficult to Maintain Longwood Gardens
With only a small group of employees still caring for plants, it is hard to keep up the level of care Longwood Gardens requires at…
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Fresh Off $90 Million Initiative to Rebuild Fountains, Longwood Gardens Plans $200 Million Expansion
Longwood Gardens, one of the state’s biggest tourist attractions, is planning a $200 million expansion, its largest ever, writes Joseph DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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VISTA RE House of the Day: Traditional Home in Popular 55-and-Older Community in Kennett Square
Property Summary: Dimensions: 2,269 sq. ft. Price: $359,900 School District: Kennett Consolidated Agent: Michael Diggin at 610-742-1505 Description: A charming traditional home with three bedrooms…
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British Gardening Expert Wowed by Longwood Gardens During Filming for His New BBC Series
American Gardens, the new BBC Two series hosted by British gardening expert Monty Don, features Longwood Gardens as one of the nation’s biggest and best…
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VISTA RE House of the Day: Completely Remodeled Traditional in Kennett Square
Property Summary: Dimensions: 3,298 sq. ft. Price: $509,000 School District: Unionville-Chadds Ford Agent: Michael Diggin at 610-742-1505 Description: A beautiful, completely remodeled traditional home with…
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VISTA Careers – Longwood Gardens
Located in Kennett Square, Longwood Gardens is one of the premier botanical gardens in the United States and annually draws record numbers of visitors to its more…
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Outdoors Writer Falls in Love with Brandywine Valley
In addition to being a hotbed for early American history, the Brandywine Valley also offers visitors a chance to enjoy the many pleasures nature can…
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Celebrate the Music of America at Outdoor Concert Under the Stars at Longwood Gardens
Celebrate the music of America at an outdoor concert under the stars. Kennett Symphony will host “Symphony Under the Stars: America the Beautiful” on Saturday,…
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Arborist Who Grew Up in Harmonyville Creates Website That Charts the State’s Biggest Trees
Scott Wade – a native of Harmonyville, in Warwick Township, and a certified arborist – has created the Champion Trees of Pennsylvania, a website to…
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Two Local Attractions Among the Most Visited in Greater Philadelphia Last Year
Valley Forge National Historical Park and Longwood Gardens were among the most-visited tourist attractions in Greater Philadelphia last year, writes Kenneth Hilario for the Philadelphia…
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Longwood Gardens Announces This Summer’s Fireworks & Fountains Shows
Fireworks & Fountains illuminate the night sky at Longwood Gardens this summer with six new awe-inspiring shows. Featuring jets that propel water as high as…
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County’s Mushroom Industry Going to Pot
By Barry Rabin Kennett Square has long been known as the Mushroom Capital of the World. But if local mushroom growers have their way, the…
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Orchid Growing, Pastoral Ministry Go Hand in Hand for Senior Horticulturist at Longwood Gardens
Greg Griffis, the senior horticulturist at Longwood Gardens who looks after its collection of more than 5,500 orchids, is also working toward a pastoral ministry,…
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Chester County Home to Five of the 15 Hottest Towns in the Western Suburbs
According to local realtors, Chester County is home to five of the 15 hottest towns in Philadelphia’s western suburbs for people looking to relocate, write…
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Chester County Home to One of the Nation’s Best Winter Getaways
Kennett Square is one of the nation’s best winter vacation spots, according to a list of the 20 Small Towns Perfect for a Winter Getaway…
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Rare Orchid Usually Only Found in China, Japan Discovered at Longwood Gardens
A rare orchid usually only found in China and Japan has been discovered at Longwood Gardens, according to a report from ABC6. The rare orchid…
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Longwood Gardens Named Winner of Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights by USA Today Readers
Longwood Gardens has been named the winner of the Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights by USA Today’s 2018 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. With more than…
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