What's In Bloom
The beauty of a Botanical Garden is that there is always something in bloom depending on the season!
- Winter Garden: Beginning in late October through early March, the camellias of WinterGarden are a beautiful sight, with the height of bloom in mid-February. Amongst the camellias are Asian Magnolias and Taiwan Cherries.
- Longleaf Pine Forest: During April, the blue Lupine are in bloom and in late October, Lipstick Basil, Liatris, Rayless Sunflowers, and native grasses bloom throughout the forest.
- Rhododendron and Azalea Garden: Early to mid-March is the time for evergreen azaleas, with the native and Aromi azaleas blooming during the first half of April. The Taiwan Cherries can bloom anytime between late January and early February. Although the bloom is brief, it is one of the most beautiful displays of the year.
- ReBloom Garden: In early April, the colors of ReBloom begin to shine. Dutch Iris and Daffodils spring up amongst bright perennials like Salvias, Yarrow, and Alabama Sun. The Chinese Fringe trees are a stunning focal point.
- Herb Garden: From mid-March to mid-April, the Lady Banks on the gazebo makes for a beautiful setting, with the bright orange fruits of the Calamondin tree and the green foliage of the Fig tree on either side.
- Pollinator Garden: This garden features many of the same blooms as the ReBloom garden during the Spring, but the height of its beauty is during September when the butterflies are migrating through our area.
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Maples are starting to get color — the cool of the next few days should brighten the show. Loki and Leo approve! #mbgscene
Maples are starting to get color — the cool of the next few days should brighten the show. Loki and Leo approve! #mbgscene
It’s been too messy for visits, but the rain should ease off tomorrow. Come for a visit and see lovely camellias and some fall color! #mbgscene
It’s been too messy for visits, but the rain should ease off tomorrow. Come for a visit and see lovely camellias and some fall color! #mbgscene
Beautiful fall morning at MBG! The Herb Garden is quiet with lots of texture and color to each of the 7 raised beds — and gingers are blooming at the perimeter; in the Pollinator Garden a couple of plants decided to join in with a magnificent display at the arbor: Ampelaster carolinianus Climbing Aster along with a Baccharis; there are several grasses in bloom, and a favorite fall bloomer that comes back every year without fail: Tagetes lucida also known Mexican terragon. #mbgscene
Beautiful fall morning at MBG! The Herb Garden is quiet with lots of texture and color to each of the 7 raised beds — and gingers are blooming at the perimeter; in the Pollinator Garden a couple of plants decided to join in with a magnificent display at the arbor: Ampelaster carolinianus Climbing Aster along with a Baccharis; there are several grasses in bloom, and a favorite fall bloomer that comes back every year without fail: Tagetes lucida also known Mexican terragon. #mbgscene
A cool plant in our garden!
Gomphocarpus physocarpus, commonly known as hairy balls, balloonplant, balloon cotton-bush, bishop`s balls, nailhead, or swan plant, is a species of plant in the family Apocynaceae, related to the milkweeds. The plant is native to southeast
Africa, but it has been widely naturalized. We’ve been watching the flowers through late summer — and then WOW! we now have these seed pods that are 2-1/2” and larger, lime green. #mbgscene
A cool plant in our garden!
Gomphocarpus physocarpus, commonly known as hairy balls, balloonplant, balloon cotton-bush, bishop`s balls, nailhead, or swan plant, is a species of plant in the family Apocynaceae, related to the milkweeds. The plant is native to southeast
Africa, but it has been widely naturalized. We’ve been watching the flowers through late summer — and then WOW! we now have these seed pods that are 2-1/2” and larger, lime green. #mbgscene
Beautiful Fall at MBG! Camellias starting to bloom and the Japanese Maples are tinging. Our newly rebuilt WinterGarden deck is a delightful spot to sit and relax — or try a bench at the Piff Plaza. #mbgscene .
Beautiful Fall at MBG! Camellias starting to bloom and the Japanese Maples are tinging. Our newly rebuilt WinterGarden deck is a delightful spot to sit and relax — or try a bench at the Piff Plaza. #mbgscene .
Camellias of WinterGarden are starting to bloom at MBG: Bi-Color Yume seedling; Rose of Autumn; Hana Nana; All Summer Beauty; October Magic Orchid; Sarrel; and Leslie Ann. #mbgscene #camellia
Camellias of WinterGarden are starting to bloom at MBG: Bi-Color Yume seedling; Rose of Autumn; Hana Nana; All Summer Beauty; October Magic Orchid; Sarrel; and Leslie Ann. #mbgscene #camellia
Some of our favorite mid-October blooms and colors. Tradescantia pallida (Purple Heart), White Butterfly Ginger lilies, Wax Mallow - Malvaviscus arboreus (in the hibiscus family - Sometimes called Turks Cap), Swamp Sunflowers, Gloriosa Lily, and an eye-catching variegated Plumeria. #mbgscene
Some of our favorite mid-October blooms and colors. Tradescantia pallida (Purple Heart), White Butterfly Ginger lilies, Wax Mallow - Malvaviscus arboreus (in the hibiscus family - Sometimes called Turks Cap), Swamp Sunflowers, Gloriosa Lily, and an eye-catching variegated Plumeria. #mbgscene
Favorite flowers and fungi showing up at the end of September! #mbgscene
Our conservation Longleaf acreage is beautiful this time of year. Liatris are in full bloom, along with lipstick basil and more wildflowers. Stay on the paths, take nothing / leave nothing. Enjoy. #mbgscene
Our conservation Longleaf acreage is beautiful this time of year. Liatris are in full bloom, along with lipstick basil and more wildflowers. Stay on the paths, take nothing / leave nothing. Enjoy. #mbgscene
It’s hot! We’ll be open again with regular hours on Tuesday.
The Tea Maze has been pruned and fresh mulch added to the paths. Enter through the maze door for a magical journey within! #mbgscene
The Tea Maze has been pruned and fresh mulch added to the paths. Enter through the maze door for a magical journey within! #mbgscene
Happy pollinators enjoy these hot, sunny days of late summer! A Hummingbird Moth visits buddleia; black swallowtail butterfly on joepye weed; and favorite pollinator plants Gomphocarpus physocarpus (hairy balls), and celosia spikata are coming into bloom as we get into butterfly season. #mbgscene
Happy pollinators enjoy these hot, sunny days of late summer! A Hummingbird Moth visits buddleia; black swallowtail butterfly on joepye weed; and favorite pollinator plants Gomphocarpus physocarpus (hairy balls), and celosia spikata are coming into bloom as we get into butterfly season. #mbgscene