Herbs Galore returns to Maymont with plant sale featuring 70+ vendors

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Looking for a good thyme? You might find it at the upcoming Herbs Galore at Maymont next month.

The plant sale will return to Maymont's Carriage House Lawn from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, featuring more than 70 nurseries, specialty growers and artisanal product vendors. Gardeners in the area will have a chance to shop all things plants, from herbs, flowers and vegetables to shrubs, native plants and nature-inspired accessories.

The family-friendly event will offer local food trucks, live music from the Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra, Q&As with plant experts and hands-on crafts for all ages. Participants will also have a chance to get their hands dirty through a special planting project, per a release.

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"We will be planting thousands of native perennials along the riparian buffer at Dooley Creek and hope the community will help us by planting one native perennial during their visit,” said Parke Richeson, Maymont president and CEO, in a press release. “At Herbs Galore, you can find everything from asters to zinnias, and also lend a hand in adding a touch of color to this historic landscape.”

Maymont will offer a free plant-check area for shoppers' convenience. Participants can park their purchases in the area while they explore the park and its gardens during peak blooming season.

Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Admission is $10 per adult and $6 per child ages 1 through 16 and seniors. Tickets are free for Maymont members and participants in the Museums for All program. For more information, visit Herbs Galore.