Orchid Month

Throughout March, thousands of orchids fill the greenhouses with fragrance and color, while guest lecturers, specialized tours, hands-on workshops, and demonstrations bring new perspective to the exotic flower.

A greater number and variety of orchids are in bloom during March than any other season at Hillwood, and improved cultivation methods have made the greenhouses even more lush and vibrant. With five climate-controlled greenhouses where visitors can explore thousands of orchids, Orchid Month offers a warm retreat for those looking to escape the winter chill.

Hillwood’s founder Marjorie Merriweather Post was enamored with finely-crafted and beautiful objects. While this passion is most frequently associated with her art collection, it also holds true for her orchids, a large collection of which was assembled throughout her lifetime. During the month of March, visitors to Hillwood are treated not only to the brilliance and fragrance of these exotic beauties as they bloom in abundance in the Greenhouse, but also to engaging opportunities to explore Post's original collection, learn more about the collection today, and hear from outside experts about the history and care of these favored botanicals.