Each winter, while the earth is frozen beneath snow or ice, magic stirs below the ground. This year, over 250,000 bulbs nestled beneath the surface, patiently awaiting their spring debut. When the season finally arrived, Cheekwood in Bloom burst into a vibrant display of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and dogwoods. At the heart of the property stands Robert Indiana’s iconic “Love”  sculpture — on exhibit through November 2.

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Admiration for these spring blooms stretches back centuries, long before Cheekwood in Bloom began. Though now a symbol of the Netherlands, tulips once grew wild in Central Asia before cultivated in Turkey. Their popularity grew in the 18th century, coming to represent deep love, renewal and charity. The sunny daffodil, another spring favorite, symbolizes rebirth, hope and good luck while hyacinths evoke joy and serenity.

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While Cheekwood in Bloom closes April 13, the spirit of love will be the recurring theme throughout the entire year. “Throughout 2025, you will find the spirit of love woven into every corner of Cheekwood as we celebrate the ways art, nature, and community intersect," said Cheekwood President and CEO Jane MacLeod. “As we embark on this love-filled journey and extraordinary year of programming, we want to thank the community for decades of support and reinforce Cheekwood’s love and gratitude for Nashville.”