Thoughtful musings on various topics by interesting people at Blithewold
Tulip Protectors
Once upon a time in the gardens here, not so long ago, we had thousands of tulips blooming in stunning concert. Then, a few years ago, we lost almost every single tulip we planted to … Read more.
Spring’s Invitation
Spring is sending out its invitation to us. An invitation to notice and participate in all the beauty that is emerging around us. It begins subtly with snowdrops and crocus and builds with reticulated iris … Read more.
Winter Reading
With winter maintaining its icy grip on our landscape, I thought it due time to highlight the books the Horticulture Department is reading. In honor of 2026 being the Year of the Arboretum here at … Read more.
Noticing November – Shape and Form
Walking the grounds on a chilly November day clears my mind. The fall colors are something to behold, even if the almost-winter air has snuck its icy fingers into every gap in my jacket. The … Read more.
In Praise of Summer Bulbs
Part Two of the Container Series And so it goes with gardening, you blink and it’s September. Spring and summer are like a frenetic blur of planting, weeding and watering. And now, finally, a brief … Read more.
Color and Beauty Surrounds Us
It’s that time of year when everything feels fresh and new again. Late season daffodils (Narcissus) are still blooming, tulips are beginning to show color, and some of my favorite shrubs are scenting the air with … Read more.
Daffodils to Blanket the Grounds in a Sea of Beauty
Our ongoing Daffodil Days event is from late March to early May and is included with general admission, which can be purchased online here or at the Welcome Center when you arrive. For more visit … Read more.
Life in the Glasshouse
I am so happy to formally introduce you to Caitlin Ndoye. Caitlin joined the Gardens crew in November of 2023 as a horticulturist. We are thrilled to have her here in RI after her years … Read more.
The Big Tree
Today I am taking a moment to step inside the Manor and talk about a different type of tree then you usually see on this blog. The Christmas tree (affectionately known as The Big Tree … Read more.
Falling for autumn in the gardens
Fall in the garden is often overshadowed by the beauty suddenly on display throughout the arboretum. Trees that one may have simply walked by earlier in the season are now lit up with the most … Read more.
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