This event is in the past.It took place on June 7, 2026 at University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum.










Over 10,000 blooms from 350 heirloom varieties fill this century-old garden at peak season. The collection traces back to 1922, when Dr. W. E. Upjohn donated his prized specimens.
Historic peony collection
Botanical heritage garden
Peak bloom spectacle
Nature photography
Tips
đžCharge your phone for photos, the garden was made for it
đFree shuttle runs weekends from Mitchell Field parking lot
đžPeak bloom is late May through early June
Free
W.E. Upjohn Peony Garden
Old Fourth Ward










Over 10,000 blooms from 350 heirloom varieties fill this century-old garden at peak season. The collection traces back to 1922, when Dr. W. E. Upjohn donated his prized specimens.
Historic peony collection
Botanical heritage garden
Peak bloom spectacle
Nature photography
Tips
đžCharge your phone for photos, the garden was made for it
đFree shuttle runs weekends from Mitchell Field parking lot
đžPeak bloom is late May through early June
Free
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