Pre-Season Plant Sale in the King's Garden
Apr 5, 2011
(Ticonderoga, NY) Just in time for the spring, the King’s Garden will hold its annual pre-season plant sale, Saturday, May 21, from 10 am – 2 pm. Visitors will enjoy the first blooms of the season while browsing the many unique perennials available within the garden walls. Staff and volunteers will be available to answer questions and dig visitor’s selections. There is no admission charge to attend the plant sale and visitors are encouraged to bring their own bags, boxes or bins. All proceeds support the King’s Garden.
New this year is the opportunity to purchase premium potted annuals and vegetables, including many varieties of heirloom tomatoes. The Perennial Plant Association’s perennial of the year, Amsonia hubrechtii, or Arkansas Blue Star, will also be available. This versatile North American native has multi-season interest and is a fantastic addition to any garden.
The King’s Garden is a restored pleasure garden located on the grounds of Fort Ticonderoga. Tours, educational programs, and demonstrations highlight the beauty and history of the garden throughout the season. The Discovery Gardens outside the walls and acres of manicured grounds offer an idyllic setting for exploration and relaxation. The King’s Garden is open June 1 – Columbus Day, October 10th, from 9:30 to 5:00.
FORT TICONDEROGA
America’s Fort
Located on Lake Champlain in the beautiful 6 million acre Adirondack Park, Fort Ticonderoga is a private not-for-profit historic site and museum that ensures that present and future generations learn from the struggles, sacrifices, and victories that shaped North America and changed world history. Fort Ticonderoga offers programs, tours, demonstrations and exhibits each day from 9:30am-5pm, May 20- Oct. 20.The 2011 season will feature The Art of War: Ticonderoga as Experienced through the Eyes of America’s Great Artists exhibit highlighting the Fort’s extensive art collection by some of America’s greatest artists. A full schedule and information on events can be found at www.Fort-Ticonderoga.org or phone (518) 585-281. Fort Ticonderoga is located at 100 Fort Ti Road Ticonderoga, New York.
