Rhododendron Ramble

Schedule

Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 31 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Nevin Welcome Center | Ithaca, NY

Get up close with our picturesque Rhododendron collection!
About this Event

Join us for a stroll through the picturesque Bowers Rhododendron Collection, located behind the Nevin Welcome Center on Comstock Knoll. The Knoll is ablaze in May and early June with the vibrant white, yellow, pink, and red blossoms of the Collection. Rhododendrons and azaleas are interspersed with small flowering trees, ferns, and perennials—including an extensive hosta collection—all shaded by century-old white pine trees. Walks will be held rain or shine and include some stairs. Pre-registration is required as space is limited.

Fee: $12 general admission; Free for Cornell students and Cornell Botanic Gardens Access Pass holders.

Instructor: Dr. Peter Davies, Cornell Emeritus Professor of Plant Science

Location: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center

Additional dates:

Sunday, May 10 - CANCELLED due to lack of blooms.

Sunday, May 17, from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Sunday, May 31, from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Please review our CANCELLATION POLICY.

Where is it happening?

Nevin Welcome Center, 124 Comstock Knoll Drive, Ithaca, United States
Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 12.00

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