Dazzling Poinsettia Varieties of Longwood Gardens

Kennett Square, Pennsylvania is the home of the fabulous Longwood Gardens.

Folks come from near and far to take in the lush landscaping,
botanical gardens, and artistically arranged flowers and plants.

Each season of the year has a theme to feature what happens to be in bloom.

However, the Christmas display, "A Longwood Christmas," is in a league of its own.

It's truly over-the-top spectacular!

The crowning glory of the holiday is, without a doubt, the poinsettia.

Which is your favorite: red, white, or pink?

The traditionalist in me is tempted to choose red,
but after seeing so many unusual varieties today,
the choice has become anything but simple!

We decided that the vivid "Luv U Hot Pink" was our favorite!

My past blog features on Longwood Gardens:

A Stunning Christmas at Longwood Gardens - Kennett Square, PA
An Autumn Afternoon at Longwood Gardens


Karen and I are already planning our next visit!

Here's their website!

A Stunning Christmas at Longwood Gardens - Kennett Square, PA

A perfect outing to celebrate the Christmas season-

we traveled to Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

to take in the beauty of Longwood Gardens!

Longwood Gardens, as explained in its mission statement, is 

"the living legacy of Pierre S. du Pont, inspiring people through 

excellence in garden design, horticulture, education, and the arts."

A Longwood Christmas is a gorgeous display of

trees, flowers & foliage generously interspersed with lights 

that dares even the most stubborn Scrooge 

not to get into the holiday spirit!

above: This awesome 30' tall Living Tree is created with 1,300 potted plants.

below: One of many Christmas trees laden with ornaments for sale in the gift shop.

Poinsettias of every shade are no doubt the stars of the show.

Amarillys

Breathtaking ice-like chandeliers illuminate the sky-high ceilings

and fascinating architecture of the Conservatory, built in 1921.

Enormous hanging poinsettias dazzle from above.

Poinsettia wow-factor!

A lavish wreath in the Orchid House.

Delicate, feminine baby pink.

The Silver Room is always a favorite. We loved this 12' tree made of succulents!

Worth a closer look.

Air fern kissing balls.

A rich collection of succulents brilliantly arranged into a wreath.

The outdoor lighting has a magical, fairy tale feel!

Here's the Longwood Gardens website.

1001 Longwood Road
Kennett Square,  PA

You may be interested to see this post on another of my visits:

An Autumn Afternoon at Longwood Gardens