There is a continuous array of blooms to enjoy at Morven Park from early spring through late summer. It only takes a few warm days to set the garden ablaze with color. First to pop through the ground were the hardy daffodils along the alley at the entrance. The forsythia soon followed behind the boxwoods along the back drive. Suddenly Bradford pear appeared along the drive in front of the garden and the Carriage Collection. The large pink flowers on the saucer magnolia on the mansion lawn are breathtaking. Flowering quince frames the brick wall of the garden in white and pink. Two cherry trees wave their delicate pink blooms as you approach the exit gate. The bridal wreath buds are just beginning to open along side of the old laundry house next to the mansion.

Soon the tulips will brighten the front of the mausoleum and other scattered beds throughout the garden. When the forsythia fades the crabapple in front of the boxwood will take over the center of attention. The numerous dogwoods will follow their delicate blossoms everywhere along the drive, on the hill behind the mansion and the pathway in the boxwood garden. Rhododendron and redbud grow wild on the wooded hill and in the fields. Persimmons are present on the hill of the exit road.

In late spring and summer the crape myrtle will decorate the entrance to the reflecting pool. Last but not least, the fragrance of the beautiful white blossoms on the many southern magnolia trees will permeate the air in the boxwood gardens. Many annuals will also be planted to keep the colors alive throughout the rest of the summer until the splendor of the fall leaves takes over.