PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VIRGINIA . . .
On May 14, 2011, the Prince William County Historic Preservation Division is hosting specialized tours of the Antique Rose Garden at Ben Lomond Historic Site.
The Ben Lomond Rose Garden consists of over 100 varieties of rare and antique roses. It is one of the largest collections of antique roses in the Mid-Atlantic. The gardens, along with the site, recently went through an extensive restoration. Mid-May is the best opportune time to see these roses in bloom. Rosarians and Master Gardeners will be on hand to discuss the roses, planting techniques and to offer advice for your home floral garden.
The program will begin at 11 a.m. and continue until 4pm. The program is free, with a suggested $5 donation to assist with the upkeep with this rare garden. No reservations are required. The program may be cancelled due to inclement weather; please call ahead if weather is forecasted. There will be no house tours offered due to its on-going restoration.
Ben Lomond Historic Site consists of the 1832 plantation home, antique rose garden and several outbuildings, including a rare original slave quarter. Ben Lomond Historic Site is located at 10321 Sudley Manor Dr., Manassas, VA 20109.
For more information, please contact Ben Lomond Historic Site at (703) 367-7872 or www.pwcgov.org/benlomond
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