Biltmore Blooms

By Cat Kessler

Mother and daughter standing in the gardens at Biltmore Estate

Biltmore Estate Events for Spring 2024

Biltmore Blooms 2024: March 25 – May 23, 2024

Welcome spring in high style at Biltmore with more than 100,000 flowers blooming in gardens fit for a Vanderbilt. At Biltmore Blooms, the estate's annual festival of flowers, the color and fragrance of orchids and thousands of spring bulbs steal the show. New for Blooms this year from May to July, linger a bit longer on Friday evenings—the gardens will be open later for enjoying sunset strolls among the blossoms.

When George Vanderbilt decided to build his 250-room family home in the mountains of Western North Carolina, he hired renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted (also known for his role in designing New York's Central Park) to help his estate make a statement. Biltmore Blooms celebrates the natural progression of blooms dictated by Mother Nature and arranged by Olmsted and by the estate's current team of expert gardeners and horticulturists.

Dazzling Daffodils Begin the Show

As the spring season officially gets underway, a sea of bright yellow daffodils brighten the Walled Garden. Planted around the daffodils are pansies of every color you can imagine. The color contrast provides a gorgeous feast for the eyes.

Opulent Orchids on Display

Visitors to the estate can experience nearly 1,000 orchids in full bloom, showing off their tropical colors and exotic look. Check out the Conservatory to see a wide variety of species, but also take a look inside Biltmore House.

Tulips, Azaleas Take Center Stage

As the season progresses, nearly 80,000 tulips, transform the four-acre Walled Garden into a can't-miss floral paradise. The tulips bloom in purple, pink, white and orange and last 3-4 weeks before making way for later season blooms in the shrub and azalea gardens.

From here, native azalea species, rhododendron, roses and other vibrant annuals and perennials burst into bloom.

Savor the Season

For those looking to enjoy the outdoors or a fine glass of wine amid the splendor of spring blooms, continue to explore Antler Hill Village. America's most-visited winery offers daily tastings of its delicious wine.