Longwood Gardens
The wide paths and vast lawns make it an ideal place for children to run and play outside. Inside the conservatory amidst all the hot house flowers is a children’s garden, full of hands on fountains and low passages. It is designed solely for the entertainment of little ones and is quite the magical setting.
During my family’s last visit we took my niece and nephew, Dylan and Madie and they had a grand time. With a three year old a two year old and my infant son, Aiden, in the stroller you would think the trip would be unmanageable for two adults, but surprisingly it was completely enjoyable.
The children were so enthralled with all the different flowers and trees that they actually stayed close and listened, mostly because they were bombarding us with questions. The landscape was unbelievably beautiful and not just for the children. The spring offers a walkway lined with tulips organized by color and tint, like walking through a rainbow and many paths through the flowering trees that sprinkle you with petals in the breeze.
We captured many wonderful photos to share with friends and family online and even more precious experiences. After telling the kids they couldn’t touch the flowers, they began stretching out on their bellies to smell them. They threw crumbs to the fish and geese on the lake and they danced in the rain of dogwood flowers. Between the natural light and wonders and their glee the pictures were priceless. We weren’t even halfway home before the kids were begging to come back.
As if the outdoor wonders were not enough, there is a huge greenhouse within the conservatory that is designed by region. You can see the flora and fauna of everything from the rainforest to the desert. There is even a room with floor to ceiling orchids of every variety that is my personal favorite. Each area has passports and little stamp stations to entertain the little ones and of course the children’s garden. A second set of clothes is required because most of the fun is water related. Even our littlest one, Aiden, was enthralled with the fountains and trying to catch the water.
I am a big fan of the outdoors, for myself and my whole family. Longwood Gardens and its sister properties are definitely a shining illustration of nature’s beauty. If you happen to be on the upper east coast you should definitely consider planning a day trip to Kennett Square. If you are further away see what your area has to offer because there is beauty everywhere. Share it with your loved ones. It is sure to be a bonding experience, one not to be passed up.
See the world through your children’s eyes. You will be amazed.
Christy
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