Visit three gardens in Rehoboth, open to benefit the Garden Conservancy, on June 2 from 10 – 4. No reservations required; rain or shine.
Highlights include stone work, fragrant blooms, an herb garden, water features, and acres of display gardens.
Bonus Garden Extras include plant sales, guided tours and discussions on herbs, plant combinations, and the use of color and fragrance in the garden. At the McIlwain Garden, 12 p.m, Garden Host Susan McIlwain will lead a tour of her herb garden and a lively discussion of the history of herbs, their medicinal and culinary uses, and cultivation tips. Later, visit the nearby herb garden she stewards at the Carpenter Museum and the Museum’s free annual strawberry festival, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission is $10 per private garden, free admission to Tranquil Lake Nursery; children 12 and under free.
Begin at Tranquil Lake Nursery or see www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days for additional locations.
