Daffodils are another beautiful flower that thrive in New Jersey in the spring. You can wander around a garden or park to look for them, or bring the family to one of these fun festivals that celebrate this beautiful yellow plant.
Daffodil Day
Reeves-Reed Arboretum, Summit
April 16
More than 50,000 daffodil bulbs will beautify the grounds of the Reeves-Reed Arboretum in Summit. There will be spring-themed games and crafts, a story trail, music, food, market vendors, an art exhibit and the “Green Goats.”
Daffodil Day
Main Street, Moorestown
April 22
Spring arrives with horse-drawn carriages, live entertainment by local musicians, arts & crafts demonstrations, sidewalk sales, merchant specials — and lots of daffodils!
Daffodil Festival & Earth Day Fair
Van Neste Square, Ridgewood
April 23
Many interactive eco-themed activities will include educational displays, demos and crafts, in addition to a petting zoo, recycling magician, musical entertainment from the Blue Plate Special and activities for kids. A highlight every year is the Daffy Dog Parade, where leashed dogs and their owners are welcome to dress in costume to win prizes.
More Gardens to View Daffodils
Historic Village of Allentown
Allentown
More than 5,000 daffodils were planted by volunteers all across town. There are blooms in Sensi Park as well as along the streets.
Cape Cottage Garden
Princeton
Although this is a private garden, you can schedule a tour to view the 1.4-acre flower-filled property. Aside from daffodils there are snowdrops, scilla, crocuses, tulips and muscari.
Colonial Park Gardens
156 Mettlers Rd., Franklin
There are 90,000 daffodils planted among the gardens. There are three varieties, including Pink Charm, Thalia and White Lion. You can also stroll through the arboretum and the rose garden.
Deep Cut Gardens
152 Red Hill Rd., Middletown
The main entrance and pathways are beautified with these lovely flowers. Sit on the benches and take in the beauty, or get out your camera and snap a great photo with the kids. You can wander around since there are more than 50 acres of garden and greenhouse space. The flowers will be in bloom during April and May.
Helen Andrews Memorial Garden
Mill Pond Park, Fairview Avenue, Long Valley
The daffodil gardens are just one place to see the beauty of the area, in addition to the nearby river where you can fish, or the nature trails.
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