Spring might be rolling on into summer, but it’s not too late to stop and enjoy all of the flowers that spring has to offer. Springtime in Massachusetts is home to some of the most beautiful blooms, especially cherry blossoms. Although they can be hard to spot if you’re in the city, look no further than Harvard University’s Arnold Arboretum. This beautiful arboretum is open to the public, and is home to Massachusetts’ most colorful springtime blooms. Get ready for one of the best flower walks in the Bay State to stop and smell the cherry blossoms, and so much more at this arboretum in Boston.
Welcome to the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University!
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University/Facebook
This beautiful arboretum is open to the public from dawn to dusk.
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University/Facebook During the COVID-19 crisis, the visitor center is closed to the public. Arnold Arboretum asks that you wear a mask when visiting, keep 6 feet apart from other visitors, and try to visit during non-peak hours. For more information, you can visit their response to COVID-19 right here.
As the name suggests, this enchanting arboretum is situated upon the campus of Harvard University in Boston. This beautiful natural oasis is part of the Emerald Necklace.
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University/Facebook The arboretum dates all the way back to 1872, and was said to be one of Frederick Law Olmsted’s best-preserved landscapes. This establishment is a National Historic Landmark.
The Emerald Necklace is a chain of parks that hang off of the Boston peninsula that is over 1,100-acres. Arnold Arboretum is the second largest “link,” and spans across 281 acres, making for plenty of room for springtime blooms.
https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/94257971_10158670850673352_6390799212031770624_n.jpg While residents of Boston have gotten used to the gray, cold winters, it’s always a treat to see the arboretum come to life.
A main sign of springtime in Boston is the blooming of cherry blossoms.
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University/Facebook While these trees are native to Japan, you’ll find a few around the Bay State. Unfortunately, the name of the tree is due to the color, and these leaves are not edible.
Once you see the cherry blossoms, you can continue onto other springtime blooms at the arboretum.
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University/Facebook This time of year is when lilacs are starting to bloom as well, making for an enchanting experience.
If you’re looking for the perfect springtime flower walk, look no further than Arnold Arboretum.
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University/Facebook Stopping and smelling the flowers is something we all need to do sometimes, and there’s no better place than the arboretum.
To view beautiful Massachusetts cherry blossoms, lilacs, and so much more, take a stroll through Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University In Boston this spring or summer.
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University/Facebook For more information on Arnold Arboretum, you can visit their website right here.
Have you ever visited Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University in the springtime? Did you stroll through the enchanting forest filled with cherry blossoms and other springtime blooms? We’d love to hear about your experiences in the comments, and don’t forget to then go share photos from your Massachusetts outdoor adventures with us in our Massachusetts Nature Lovers group on Facebook, or by tagging us at #onlyinmassachusetts on Instagram for a chance to be featured!
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University/Facebook
During the COVID-19 crisis, the visitor center is closed to the public. Arnold Arboretum asks that you wear a mask when visiting, keep 6 feet apart from other visitors, and try to visit during non-peak hours. For more information, you can visit their response to COVID-19 right here.
The arboretum dates all the way back to 1872, and was said to be one of Frederick Law Olmsted’s best-preserved landscapes. This establishment is a National Historic Landmark.
While residents of Boston have gotten used to the gray, cold winters, it’s always a treat to see the arboretum come to life.
While these trees are native to Japan, you’ll find a few around the Bay State. Unfortunately, the name of the tree is due to the color, and these leaves are not edible.
This time of year is when lilacs are starting to bloom as well, making for an enchanting experience.
Stopping and smelling the flowers is something we all need to do sometimes, and there’s no better place than the arboretum.
For more information on Arnold Arboretum, you can visit their website right here.
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