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Peony Palooza!

Wister Center 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Presented in partnership with the Mid-Atlantic Peony Society From big and blousy to delicate and dazzling, explore and appreciate the variety peonies add to spring! Bring the family to vote on your favorite flower arrangement and complete your peony scavenger hunt. Children of all ages...

FREE
Recurring

Peony Palooza!

Wister Center 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Presented in partnership with the Mid-Atlantic Peony Society From big and blousy to delicate and dazzling, explore and appreciate the variety peonies add to spring! Bring the family to vote on your favorite flower arrangement and complete your peony scavenger hunt. Children of all ages...

FREE

Arboretum Highlights Tour: Roses and More

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

 Explore the blooming highlights of early June like roses and hydrangeas with Gardener Kate Lawrence. Arboretum Highlights Tours feature plants and landscapes that are at their peak. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Program Details Registration is recommended to receive program updates....

FREE

In-person Lunchtime Tour: Mid-June Blooms

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Take your lunch break in the garden with our in-person lunchtime tours! Assistant Garden Supervisor Shem Ruszczyk will explore the blooms of the Dean Bond Rose Garden and other early June signature plants. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Program Details Registration...

FREE

Green Roof Tour

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Learn about the inner-workings, benefits, and beauty of green roofs and sustainability at the Arboretum. Gardener Sandra Lopez Cortez will lead this exploration of one of the many green roofs on campus. All participants must be 18 or older. Program Details Registration is recommended to...

FREE

Crum Woods Guided Hike

Whittier Parking Lot 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Immerse yourself in the Crum Woods on this guided hike with Assistant Education Programs Manager Rachel Warren! Learn about the local flora and fauna while exploring the forest habitat. This hike is best for children ages 8 and up with their caregivers. The hike departs...

FREE

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Arboretum Family Fun

Virtual Meeting

Take your lunch break virtually and learn about areas of the Arboretum perfect for bringing family and friends to explore all summer long! Assistant Education Programs Manager Rachel Warren will highlight child-friendly gardens and share suggested activities. Join us on this virtual tour on our...

FREE

Canceled Heritage Tree Tour: Summer Splendor

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

This tour is canceled due to poor air quality. Thank you for your interest in this program. Old trees, big trees, rare trees– we have them all! Join Curator and Plant Recorder Mary Tipping for a summer evening tour of the most valuable trees in...

FREE

In-Person Lunchtime Tour: Summer Features

Take your lunch break in the garden to enjoy summer blooms! Gardener Stephanie Myers will explore the highlights of the midsummer garden. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Program Details Registration is recommended to receive program updates. Tours begin in front of...

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Arboretum Highlights Tour: Shady Trees and Big Blooms

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Explore the blooming highlights of early June like roses and hydrangeas with Education Programs Manager Mackenzie Knight-Fochs. Arboretum Highlights Tours feature plants and landscapes that are at their peak at that time. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Program Details Registration is...

FREE