Weed Wrangle at Home

February 28, 2022

Join the movement that will have the greatest impact on the invasive plant population!

Top Plant Picks January 2022

January 1, 2022

Kick off the new year by checking out a few of our featured plants! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for January.

Top Plant Picks December 2021

November 30, 2021

There are still plenty of beautiful plants that stand out during winter! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for December.

Top Plant Picks November 2021

November 1, 2021

Fall is the perfect time to check out all the color in the gardens! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for November.

Top Plant Picks October 2021

October 1, 2021

There's so much more than mums to see during Cheekwood Harvest! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for October.

Top Plant Picks September 2021

September 7, 2021

As the autumn season sets in, our gardens become a canvas for fall florals. From cardinal flowers to the ever-popular chrysanthemums that steal the show, there's so much to see in our garden

Top Plant Picks August 2021

August 1, 2021

As summer continues, celebrate the season by taking a stroll through our gardens! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for August.

Top Plant Picks July 2021

July 5, 2021

Enjoy the summer by taking a stroll through our gardens! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for July.

Top Plant Picks June 2021

June 1, 2021

Say hello to summer by taking a stroll through our gardens! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for June.

It’s World Turtle Day – Come See the Turtles at Cheekwood

May 19, 2021

Sunday, May 23 is World Turtle Day! Did you know that Cheekwood is home to live turtles in the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden?

Cheekwood’s Display Collection

May 13, 2021

Cheekwood's Display Collection represents a wide range of plant forms, including bulbs, rhizomes, ferns, herbaceous perennials, shrubs, and trees.

Top Plant Picks May 2021

May 1, 2021

We're gearing up for summer, and so are our gardens! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for May.

The Arboretum at Cheekwood

April 30, 2021

Cheekwood has been awarded a Level 2 Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and The Morton Arboretum.

Tips for Growing Happy Dogwood Trees

April 15, 2021

Our garden team has shared a few tips to help you care for your own dogwood trees!

Top Plant Picks April 2021

April 1, 2021

Spring has sprung, and our gardens are in full bloom here at Cheekwood! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for April.

Spring Blooms from Cheekwood to Your Home

March 29, 2021

We're bringing Cheekwood in Boom to you virtually with a look at the inspiration behind this year's display, spring gardening tips, and a guide to make your own spring wreath!

Top Plant Picks March 2021

March 1, 2021

With over 150,000 blooming bulbs in our gardens, there's plenty to see this spring during Cheekwood in Bloom! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager shares her top plant picks for March.

All About Orchids

February 22, 2021

Inspired by our Orchids in the Mansion display? Check out our guide to achieving your own orchid oasis!

Top Plant Picks February 2021

February 1, 2021

We may be gearing up for spring, but these featured winter plants are not to be missed! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for February.