A Special Event with CT Chapter American Rhododendron Society, Blau House & Gardens
and Wakeman Town Farm featuring Melissa Finley Senior Curator, NYBG
Join us for aT Wakekeman Town Farm for a Lecture on the journey through the evolutionary origins and modern hybrids of the rhododendron and their landscape use. Tour to follow at the Blau House & Gardens.
Highlights:
Presentation: "Join us for a fascinating exploration of rhododendrons: from their evolutionary
origins to the various modern hybrids and their many landscape uses.
Melissa Finley, a Senior Curator at the New York Botanical Gardens will giver her presentation on Rhododendrons: From Wild Roots to Modern Blooms”.
Box Lunch: Enjoy a delicious meal with fellow plant enthusiasts. Order number and type of sandwich in box lunch per Box lunch $20 - Order Box Lunch ORDER HERE
Guided Tour: Explore Blau House & Gardens, a Westport hidden gem.
Schedule:
* 9:30 AM – Coffee and pastries
( sponsored by Olivers Nurseries )
* 10:00–11:15 AM – Talk with Melissa Finley, a Senior Curator at the New York Botanical Gardens
* 11:15 AM–12:15 PM – Box Lunch
* 12:30–2:00 PM – Tour of Blau House & Gardens
(Parking for tour at #9 Bayberry Ridge Road driveway and across the driveway along the stonewall and at #7 Bayberry Ridge Road Driveway)
