The Garden remains open daily | The historic House is closed and will reopen Saturday, February 27

Spring at Filoli

Spring has Sprung!

Spring has Sprung!

This season brings a wealth of colorful blooms to shake off those winter blues. Daffodils and magnolias flourish as the days grow longer and the weather warmer. Tulips are just around the corner! Stroll the Garden and soak up the sun or have your own private tea in our Cottage Garden. It will be refreshing to have these special moments in the spring Garden. Join us for this beautiful season!

Plan your visit to filoli

Women's Speaker Series

Hear from women leaders in the fields of horticulture, architecture, gardens, and beyond in this series of moderated discussions.

Private Tea Experience

Treat yourself to an afternoon of decadence with your very own Private Tea at Filoli. You will be spoiled with warm pots of tea, delicious treats served in tiered displays, and the privacy of a dedicated outdoor space to enjoy the experience.

Member mornings

Spring mornings are for Filoli members! Members are welcome to visit Filoli’s Garden before we open to the general public from 9am to 10am on Saturdays and Sundays, from March 6 through May 30.

Botanical Art Exhibit

A marriage of art and science, botanical art immortalizes the plant world. The subject is carefully observed in different stages of growth then measured, drawn, and painted to capture the plant’s graceful movement or intriguing personality.

Stories of Resilience

We're sharing stories of the individuals and identity groups who overcame injustices or were historically excluded from performing at or working at Filoli. 

Spring Café Menu

The Quail's Nest Café is back open for outdoor dining! Stop by for refreshments from their new spring menu.
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What's Blooming

Each season we scout the Garden for amazing blooms and features our favorites here.

Heralding the arrival of spring, tulips are opening throughout the Garden!
The Magnolia campbellii ‘Helen Strybing’ in front of the House, is often the first magnolia to bloom.
One of the most popular deciduous magnolias, the saucer magnolia unfurls large blooms that are pink at the base and white inside.
Brightly colored hyacinths bring fragrance to the Dining Room Terrace.
Commonly known as Chilean bellflower, Lapageria rosea is the national flower of Chile. The plant blooms year round.
Sweet-smelling 'daphne odora' frames the front door of the House.
Hellebore is commonly called "Lenten Rose" due to its blooming from Feburary through May, during the Christian season of Lent.
The spicy-fragrant flowers of the 'Matsubara Red' apricot attract hummimgbirds and other pollinators.
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