Take a walking tour of gardens in Stonington Borough, Connecticut on Friday or Saturday, June 12 & 13, sponsored by the Stonington Garden Club. The Stonington Garden Club is inviting the public to explore private gardens in Stonington Borough during its “Gardens by the Sea”.
The tour, which was last held in 2022, is expected to attract more than 2,000 visitors from across New England, according to a community announcement.
This year marks the club’s 15th tour and its centennial. The event will feature 9-10 private gardens, including waterfront vistas, formal terraced rooms, and pocket gardens designed in various styles. The tour also will showcase several ribbon gardens.
Many gardens will have an on-site educator, such as a master gardener, horticulturist or landscape designer, to share insights and answer questions. “Plein air” artists will be painting in selected gardens. All gardens are within walking distance, and free parking will be available. Tickets for the event are $50 online until June 7, and $65 on the day of the tour. The tickets are valid for both days and are nonrefundable. The tour will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. rain or shine. Buy now at https://www.stoningtongardenclub.org/garden-tour
In addition to the garden tour, there will be a tented marketplace on Wadawanuck Square featuring a variety of vendors offering garden-inspired items, clothing, jewelry and home decor. Several community partners will be on hand to answer questions about regenerative gardening techniques, conservation, plant health, composting and volunteer opportunities.
