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NCGC Visiting Gardens Self-Organize Outings

Garden of Kathryn Herman — Fairfield, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A nationally recognized estate garden featuring formal garden rooms, a long perennial border, orchard, and water elements—widely published and considered one of the most sophisticated private gardens in the region.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Ann & Haig’s Garden — New Canaan, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A refined residential garden with structured design, terraces, and mature plantings, balancing formality with a relaxed suburban setting.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Prospect Gardens — Westport, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A plantsman’s garden with layered borders and a wide variety of plant material—ideal for gardeners interested in depth and diversity of planting.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Flourish Farm of Silvermine — Wilton, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A working flower farm and garden hybrid featuring cutting gardens, seasonal blooms, and a naturalistic, sustainability-focused approach.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Sleepy Cat Farm — Greenwich, CT

Sessions: 10–12 | 12–2 | 2–4
A world-class, 20+ acre estate garden with fountains, sculpture, parterres, orchards, and expansive lawns—executed at an exceptional level of detail.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Greens Farms Botanical Gardens — Westport, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A community-rooted botanical garden featuring diverse plant collections, seasonal displays, and educational plantings in a coastal setting.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Chelmsford — Greenwich, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A classic Greenwich estate garden with formal structure, lawns, and traditional plantings, reflecting understated elegance and scale.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Garden of Jane Garmey — Cornwall, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A quintessential English-style garden created by Jane Garmey, featuring romantic borders, terraces, and garden rooms.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Garden of Lee Link — Sharon, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A plantsman’s garden known for rare and unusual specimens, with a strong emphasis on thoughtful composition and horticultural depth.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Michael’s West Cornwall Garden — Cornwall, CT

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A hillside garden blending formal structure with woodland surroundings, creating a dynamic interplay between built and natural elements.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Rosehaven — East Lyme, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A romantic, traditional garden with lush perennial borders and layered seasonal planting, emphasizing color and texture.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Riverview Gardens — Old Saybrook, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A riverside garden that integrates water views with ornamental planting, offering a serene, coastal New England atmosphere.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

A Journey Through Form and Nature — East Haddam, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Description:
A thoughtfully designed landscape exploring the balance between sculptural structure and naturalistic planting, often with artistic elements.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Brush Hill — Washington, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Description:
A classic Litchfield County estate with rolling lawns, mature trees, and understated elegance.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

The Sumacs — Washington, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Description:
A 10-acre garden combining formal English-style structure with woodland and meadow plantings, including potager and orchard.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Isabel & Winston Fowlkes Garden — Washington, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Description:
A refined country garden with structured planting, terraces, and curated design details, reflecting a polished residential aesthetic.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Garden of Bunny Williams — Falls Village, CT

Sessions: 12–2 | 2–4
Designed by Bunny Williams, this garden features formal parterres, a kitchen garden, greenhouse, and antique elements, all executed with exceptional refinement.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Roxana Robinson – Treetop — Cornwall, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A hillside garden with layered terraces and a strong connection to surrounding woodland, offering a more intimate, artistic landscape.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Sculpturedale — Kent, CT

~10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A garden integrating sculpture with landscape design, where art and planting are equally important elements of the experience.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates

Bankside — Mystic, CT

Sessions: 10–12 | 12–2 | 2–4
A compact, terraced garden overlooking the Mystic River, known for strong structure, defined outdoor rooms, and smart spatial design.

Self-Organize via Garden Conservancy Open Days / https://www.gardenconservancy.org/open-days/ticket-release-dates