April’s blooming amazing when thousands of azaleas flower in full force. Join us and enjoy the plant that makes our Garden so beautiful each spring.
Celebrate the plant, celebrate our history, celebrate with us.
Special Azalea Tram Tours
Take a narrated ride around historic Mirror Lake and learn about the azaleas growing on its shores. Hear the story of the WPA workers who created the Garden and planted the azaleas. See thousands of colorful blooms and discover one of the Garden's hidden gems.
These special tours depart from the Visitor Center daily in April at 1:30 p.m.
Azalea Market
Take your own azalea home - our gift shop has a variety of different blooming azaleas available for sale in one and three gallon containers. Select your favorite color and form from red to pink to white.
Garden Heritage Celebration
Join us for an outdoor ceremony at the WPA Memorial Garden to honor the 220 African-American women and men who first planted the Garden 73 years ago through the Works Progress Administration. Special Guest Speaker - Ms. Sukie Amory. Learn more . . .
Azalea Walks & Talks
Enjoy specia walk & talk with our staff and learn more about one of the Garden's premier plants. Pre-registration is required for most walks.
Guided Garden Tour - Azaleas
Tuesday, April 12
Join Perry Mathewes, Education Program Manager, for a guided expedition through the Garden to explore what’s in bloom right now. Learn more...
Curator's Corner - Caring for Azaleas
Saturday, April 16
Join Marcus Jones, Curator of Woody Plants and Certified Arborist, in our Rhododendron Glade, which features more than 175 varieties of rhododendrons and azaleas that showcase their spectacular flowers each spring. This walking lecture will also cover how to properly plant, prune and care for azaleas throughout the year. Learn more...
Azaleas in Full Bloom
Wednesday, April 27
Learn some of the Garden’s history with Gardener Tom Houser while strolling through the Enchanted Forest exploring our fabulous display of mature azaleas at the height of their spring bloom. Learn more...
