Dive Into Peony Season in Ann Arbor
Got a nose for blooms? You won’t want to miss the peony paradise popping off in SE Michigan this spring!
Every May, Ann Arbor’s Nichols Arboretum transforms into an irresistible peony paradise – but you have to time it right to be blessed by the blooms.
If you think your eyes can handle seeing 800 peonies open into an explosion of color, then know that full bloom is on track for Memorial Day weekend through early June.
* by guest writer Kate Overbeek
Things to Do at the W.E. Upjohn Peony Garden
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind experience at the W.E. Upjohn Peony Garden:
Photographers, grab your camera and capture the big, bold beauties in their prime.
Artists, settle in, set up shop, and use those brushes and palettes to paint your heart out.
Everyone, take a stroll through the gardens and soak in the sights and aromas. Use the gardens’ walking guides, peony facts, and peony maps to help you navigate.
Plan Your Peony Visit
The cheery peonies will bloom over three weeks, typically from late May through early June 2024.
Admission and Hours
Nichols Arborteum (where you’ll find the peonies) and the Matthaei Botanical Gardens are both FREE to visit for all ages – no tickets required.
| Location | Hours |
|---|---|
| Nichols Arboretum 1610 Washington Hts, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 | Open seven days a week, sunrise to sunset. |
| Matthaei Botanical Gardens 1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 | Tues – Sun: 10 AM – 4:30 PM Wed: 10 AM – 8 PM Closed Mondays |
See You There?
Spring into action and make sure your cameras and canvases are ready for the Ann Arbor Peony Spectacular.
