Throughout the year, the ever-blooming Courtyard heart of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is transformed through a series of 10 dramatic seasonal displays that reflect Isabella’s passion for gardens as well as the skill and dedication of the Museum's horticulture team. From orchids to nasturtiums to Japanese-style chrysanthemums, stunning varieties of plants from disparate climates adorn the iconic space in imaginative ways, resulting in a transportative experience each and every visit.
Seasonal Courtyard Displays
February–March
Orchids
April
Hanging Nasturtiums
April–May
Spring Blooms
May–June
Hydrangeas
June–July
Summer Blues
August–September
Bellflowers
September–November
Chrysanthemums
December–January
A Holiday Garden
January–February
Midwinter Tropics
Click below to learn more about Horticulture at the Gardner.