East Conservatory
About the Business
East Conservatory, located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, offers visitors an unparalleled sensory journey through lush plantings, soaring architecture, and tranquil water features. This exquisite indoor display garden spans under a half-acre of glass, providing grand views and tranquil rooms of astounding horticultural design.
Guests can wander through intimate spaces adorned with gorgeous colors and textures, including the Patio of Oranges with its fragrant citrus trees and the Camellia House showcasing a variety of evergreen shrubs with spectacular blooms. The Garden Path, inspired by Pierre S. du Pont's "Spring Walk," features artful plant combinations, brick pathways, and intricate lanterns.
Originally built in 1928 to display azaleas, the Azalea House has undergone several renovations and updates over the years, including the installation of a central water feature and a multi-year restoration in 2006 led by Sir Peter Shepheard. The space now features an immense, airy roof, state-of-the-art electrical systems, and a snow-melt system, making it a versatile venue for performing arts, social events, and educational programs.
With details of every scale carefully considered, from handcrafted lanterns to artisan-crafted trellises, the East Conservatory offers a truly immersive experience for visitors to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature.
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Reviews
"Excellent place to visit anytime of the year"
"Such a wonderful portion of Longwood Gardens with some outstanding plants. The cactus and orchid areas were definitely our two favorites from the visit. I’d recommend visiting the Conservatory during your trip to Longwood Gardens."
"Splendor at every turn!!!! Don't rush through, take your time and enjoy this place!!!!"
"It will never be 5-star again after the mallification they inflicted on it, as they did to the main fountain area, the hillside garden, etc., but the East Conservatory is almost always a beautiful oasis. The whimsical and wonderful children's garden is along the left, from the main entrance, as are the camelia plantings, and the lushly-planted p Garden Path. Look for the two rare cycads along the right hand side of the water way, just after the hallway to the green wall. A large one is nearby to the water, the smaller is just across the walkway from there. The green wall is a vertical garden that comprises one side of the long hallway that houses individual, private rest rooms. All appear to be accessible. Some of them are designated as for families, such I think means they're larger&have diaper-changing tables."
"This is my favorite part of longwood gardens. The conservatory is a massive heated greenhouse refreshed every 2.5 months with seasonally appropriate fauna, galleries, and exhibitions. All the plants are grown by Longwood Gardens in a massive 100 acre greenhouse down the road and brought over accordingly for each of the Longwood seasonal resets. It’s absolutely stunning and I recommend coming here day and night to get both feels of it. Furthermore, I recommend coming at least twice per season as plants are in different stages of bloom when you visit. I’ve been here 7+ times so far since May 2022 (about 6 months). Getting an annual pass is of great value. Especially, the 2 person pass to take your loved ones, friends, and dates to here. It’s an easy way to impress someone especially if their new to the area."
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