DELAWARE, USA — Winterthur, the Dupont Estate in Delaware, is a great place to visit whether you love to garden or just want to enjoy the beauty of nature. Home and Backyard visited Winterthur for a look at their spring peony display. Paul takes you on a private tour of the garden to learn about the varieties of peonies grown from classic to hybrids.
Get a glimpse of the bursts of magnificent color from reds, to pinks, to brilliant white petals. These old fashioned flowers are spring time show stoppers. The Winterthur experts share tips on caring for peonies, varieties that will stay upright when they are in full bloom and hybrid peony plant - tree variations.
"Nestled in the heart of Delaware’s beautiful Brandywine Valley, their extraordinary museum, garden, and library offer a variety of tours, exhibitions, and engaging programs for all ages. They are known for their magnificent collection of American decorative arts on display through Henry Francis du Pont’s former home and showcased in their permanent and rotating gallery spaces."
Spend the day enjoying our famous 60-acre naturalistic garden, carefully designed by H. F. du Pont, and the estate’s 1,000 acres of rolling hills, meadows, and woodlands. Winterthur has 25 miles of well-marked paths and trails, and lush gardens for you to explore.