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Winter Blooms at the Morris Arboretum & Gardens
Winter at Morris Arboretum & Gardens is a unique experience of vibrant early blooms that defy the cold. Despite the chilly weather, plants like wintersweet, witchhazel,
and snowdrops bring a splash of color to the landscape. These plants have unique adaptations that allow them to thrive in winter, such as waxy petals that prevent freezing and colors that attract early pollinators.
Learn more about these vibrant plants and their fascinating adaptations in the full article on Penn Today in which Vince Marrocco, the Gayle E. Maloney Director of Horticulture at the Morris Arboretum & Garden, goes into detail about these early blooms.
Experience Early Blooms at the Morris
Witchhazel Tour
Saturday, February 8 • 11 am
Saturday, February 22 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Take a tour of one of the largest collections of witchhazels in the country, where an experienced guide will show you the many varieties of these delightful winter beauties that add surprising bursts of color and fragrance to the winter landscape.
Garden Highlights
January – March
Weekends: 1:00 pm
March – December
Weekdays: 10:30 am • Weekends: 1:00 pm
Free with general admission
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees. Every tour is different so come back as many times as you’d like.
Signs of Spring
Saturday, March 22 • 10 am
Free with general admission
Ready to explore the arrival of spring’s beauty? Signs of spring pop up with tree buds, spring ephemerals, early cherries, and dogwoods. This tour uncovers the delight of a new season.
Walking with the Seasons
Five Mondays, February 3, 17; March 3, 17, 31 • 11 am – 12:30 pm
Members: $25 • Non-members: $30
Join us for a curated set of walks as winter recedes and signs of spring begin to emerge all. Our experience on each walk will look and feel different as the seasons change.