GardenFest
Virginia Cooperative Extension supported by the Northern Shenandoah Valley Master Gardener Association presents GardenFest on June 6, 2026 at Belle Grove Plantation.
The gate opens at 8 a.m. sharp and the event takes place until 2 p.m. The event features:
Plants for sale, vendors, an “Ask A Master Gardener” information booth for all your gardening questions, Second Hand Rose (rummage sale), tool sharpening and children’s activities.
Mini-workshops on a variety of topics, including:
- “Preserving your Harvest” by Amanda Johnson, Food, Nutrition and Health Associate Extension Agent, Frederick County
- “Garden Tool Sharpening and Care” by Jenn Barron, Extension Master Gardener
- “Best Pruning Practices” by Ron Perlik, Front Royal Tree Steward
- “Arranging your Flowers” – by Tammi Loving, Extension Master Gardener
- “Boxwood moths” – Cindy Stauff, Extension Master Gardener
- “Planting Vegetables” – Dave Rushton, Extension Master Gardener
Calling All Vendors! In 2025, over a thousand patrons came through the gates of Belle Grove Historic Plantation to enjoy a day in the sun with local vendors, lots of plants, food and smiles. Local small businesses, nonprofit organizations and other parties who may be interested in taking part in Garden Fest 2026, click here for information and application.
Admission and parking are free. Tours of Belle Grove’s historic Manor House will be $5 for visitors 12 and older and offered from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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