Nantucket’s beloved floral tradition continues as the Nantucket Garden Club announced its 49th Annual Daffodil Show will be held on April 25-27, 2025. The event will take place in the spacious greenhouses at Bartlett’s Farm, offering a perfect setting to showcase the island’s beautiful spring blooms. This cherished community event arrives at the height of daffodil season, when Nantucket’s landscapes transform into a vibrant display of yellow.
The prestigious show attracts American Daffodil Society judges from across the Eastern Seaboard, including experts from Georgia, Maryland, New York, Connecticut, and New Hampshire. These experienced judges will evaluate entries from local gardeners, enthusiasts, and professionals. The public is encouraged to participate by submitting their own daffodil specimens and arrangements for consideration. A detailed program guide is available for download on the Garden Club’s website, providing information about entry categories and submission guidelines.
For nearly five decades, the Nantucket Garden Club’s annual Daffodil Show has been a cornerstone of the island’s spring celebrations, drawing visitors and residents alike to marvel at the diverse varieties of narcissus on display. The 2025 event continues this rich tradition, offering both serious horticulturalists and casual flower enthusiasts an opportunity to appreciate these resilient heralds of spring. The three-day exhibition allows ample time for visitors to experience the impressive diversity of daffodils that thrive in Nantucket’s unique coastal environment.
Last year’s show was captured beautifully by Jessica Jenkins Photography, with highlights available on the Garden Club’s website. Those interested in learning more about the background and significance of this island tradition can view a special webinar featuring local experts Mary Malavase and Suzanne Daub, who share fascinating insights about the evolution of Daffodil Weekend on Nantucket and the botanical heritage that makes this event so special to the island community.
The Nantucket Garden Club’s commitment to beautifying the island extends far beyond the annual show. Through their dedicated conservation efforts, the club donates thousands of daffodil bulbs each year for island-wide planting initiatives. Local schoolchildren participate enthusiastically in these planting projects, connecting younger generations to Nantucket’s natural environment while ensuring the tradition continues. The results of these decades-long efforts are impressive, with an estimated four million daffodils now adorning Nantucket’s roadways and bicycle paths.
Community members interested in supporting these conservation initiatives can contribute to the Daffodil Planting Fund. Donations are warmly welcomed and can be made by check to the Nantucket Garden Club, mailed to P.O. Box 627, Nantucket, MA 02554. For those preferring electronic transactions, an online donation option is also available through the club’s website.
These contributions directly fund the purchase of new bulbs and support educational programs that promote sustainable gardening practices across the island, ensuring that Nantucket’s stunning springtime displays continue to thrive for generations to come.
