As in any garden, every season has its special flavour at the Historic Gardens. And as in any garden, Mother Nature often provides a challenge in predicting bloom periods for the various seasonal highlights.

Bloom Status... May 7, 2008

Opening for the Season Saturday, May 10.
Hours of Operation: 9am - 5pm daily.

The magnolias are in their full glory, the tulips and other bulbs are providing quite a show... all in all the Gardens look beautiful!
Some current photos to tantalize...

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* The highlight at this point is our collection of magnolias - a true feast for the senses with their beauty and sweet aroma. And check out the magnolias throughout Annapolis Royal, as we celebrate our first annual Magnolia Festival in Town (visit www.annapolisroyal.com for details).

We have lots of showy spring bulbs. The Hellebores, located just off the Rose Collection, are in bloom with their interesting form. The pansies, heaths, pieris, anenome and lots more around the gardens add colour throughout.

The early rhodies are popping now - the Bayport Yellow is in full bloom, and the PJMs are starting to open.

And look closely at the trees and the beauty of the emerging clusters of leaves or subtle blossoms...

Highlights All Season Long:

There are many areas of the Gardens that provide an interesting or colourful display all season long. These include the Acadian House and Garden, the Innovative Garden, the Governor's Garden and the Grass Collection. The Victorian Garden and other displays of annuals are a highlight from late June until October. The Perennial Borders, Rock Garden and pond areas provide changing colour throughout the season and many of our shrubs and trees provide interest all season long.

Specific Seasonal Highlights (average year):

Rhododendrons/Azaleas: early to mid June

Laburnum Arbour: early to mid June

Irises: mid to late June

Rose Collection: normally peaks in early July but continues to bloom until October

Daylily Collection: late July