It will never be 5-star again after the mallification they inflicted on it, as they did to the main fountain area, the hillside garden, etc., but the East Conservatory is almost always a beautiful oasis.
The whimsical and wonderful children's garden is along the left, from the main entrance, as are the camelia plantings, and the lushly-planted p Garden Path.
Look for the two rare cycads along the right hand side of the water way, just after the hallway to the green wall. A large one is nearby to the water, the smaller is just across the walkway from there.
The green wall is a vertical garden that comprises one side of the long hallway that houses individual, private rest rooms. All appear to be accessible. Some of them are designated as for families, such I think means they're larger&have...
Read moreThis is my favorite part of longwood gardens. The conservatory is a massive heated greenhouse refreshed every 2.5 months with seasonally appropriate fauna, galleries, and exhibitions.
All the plants are grown by Longwood Gardens in a massive 100 acre greenhouse down the road and brought over accordingly for each of the Longwood seasonal resets.
It’s absolutely stunning and I recommend coming here day and night to get both feels of it. Furthermore, I recommend coming at least twice per season as plants are in different stages of bloom when you visit.
I’ve been here 7+ times so far since May 2022 (about 6 months). Getting an annual pass is of great value. Especially, the 2 person pass to take your loved ones, friends, and dates to here.
It’s an easy way to impress someone especially if their new...
Read moreSuch a wonderful portion of Longwood Gardens with some outstanding plants. The cactus and orchid areas were definitely our two favorites from the visit. I’d recommend visiting the Conservatory during your trip to...
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