Falmouth Garden Tour, June 30, 2012
Falmouth Garden Tour
Showcasing twelve gardens and benefiting the Falmouth Memorial Library and St. Mary’s Garden Club.
June 30, 2012
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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About the Falmouth Garden Tour
2012 Garden Descriptions
Tickets
Garden Tour Lecture Series
Thank You Sponsors!
Frequently Asked Questions
Sponsorships
About the Falmouth Garden Tour
The Falmouth Memorial Library has declared June 2012 as Garden Month! In addition to highlighting books and materials from the library’s collection relating to gardens, the library will host a lecture series and end the month with a tour of twelve Falmouth gardens on June 30. Many of these gardens have never been open to the public before. Tickets for the Falmouth Garden Tour go on sale May 1, 2012, with proceeds benefitting the Falmouth Memorial Library and St. Mary’s Garden Club in Falmouth.
The self-guided Falmouth Garden Tour will take place between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 30, 2012, rain or shine. The gardens will remain a secret until the morning of the tour.
Highlights:
- Twelve gardens!
- Seaside gardens with ocean views!
- Private gardens from both the Foreside and other Falmouth neighborhoods!
- A book signing by Judy Paolini of Peaks Island, author of The Inspired Garden, at one of the gardens.
- A book signing by Lisa Colburn, author of The Maine Garden Journal, at a different garden.
The Garden Tour Committee has been hard at work for the past few months laying the groundwork for and promoting a fabulous event. The buzz about this event is already tremendous!
2012 Garden Descriptions
Wildflower Fields
A lawn where children once played has become a field of wildflowers that bloom without the use of herbicides or pesticides. The garden’s design ensures three seasons of bloom.
Secret Garden
This seaside garden includes a secret garden surrounded by birches. At the fire pit, a bench affords a place to enjoy the view of Casco Bay.
Farm and Fields
A memorial garden marks the location of the original farmhouse. Apple trees and raised vegetable beds complement a variety of plantings including hosta, astilbe, and ostrich fern.
Seabreezes
A profusion of spring perennials greet visitors. A daylily collection delineates the yard from the beach.
Formal Whimsy
A mix of formal gardens, whimsical statues, and hidden areas offers a serene sitting area with an Asian flair.
Sun and Shade
Stroll past the sun gardens and stonework along a grass path through the stone arch to the inner sanctuary. This garden features a woodland stream and a diverse palette of flowers, trees and shrubs.
The Black Garden
From the delicate pine-mulched woodland garden to the sparkling seascaped patio, this property features a wide variety of plants, trees and shrubs including a black garden that blooms all season.
Seaside Sitting Garden
A woodland garden, seaside sitting garden, vegetable garden, parterre garden, and rose garden overlook the ocean. Patios, sitting areas and a fire pit invite visitors to relax.
Oceanside Perennials
With a flowering crabapple tree, ornamental grasses and day lilies welcoming visitors, a stone wall and long, curved perennial garden encompass the patio and back of the house.
Woodland Glade
A woodland “glade garden” with a rare pin oak and old rhododendrons. Hydrangeas, hostas, pachysandras and viburnum add to the woodland feel.
Sculpture Garden
Sculptures created by a nationally recognized artist are scattered randomly amidst flowering trees and bushes, adding whimsy and interest to its open feel.
1790 Barn and Farm
This former dairy farm features old lilacs, a fire pond, and new gardens.
Tickets
Ticket vouchers are $20 in advance or $25 the day of the tour. Ticket vouchers can be purchased at Estabrook’s, O’Donal’s Nursery, Skillins Greenhouses, Allen, Sterling & Lothrop or at the library in advance. They can be purchased online with a credit card at the library’s website beginning May 1.
Join us in supporting the library and gardening in Falmouth!
Garden Tour Lecture Series
Join us for free lectures from gardening specialists at the library throughout June. These talks will last about an hour and will be held in the Russell Room of the library. The Garden Month Lecture Series is generously sponsored by Skillins Greenhouses .
The Garden Month Lecture Series’ Schedule*
9:00 a.m. June 2— Catherine Callahan and Bret LeBleu (of Callahan + LeBeu): Made in Maine: Sustainable Coastal Gardens
7:00 p.m. June 5—Matt Carter: Stone Walls in New England
9:00 a.m. June 9—Cindy Tibbetts: Clematis
7:00 p.m. June 12—Bob Shafto: Invasive Plants
9:00 a.m. June 16—Bob Shafto: Invasive Plants
7:00 p.m. June 19—Jason Parent: Flower Arranging With Plants from Your Own Backyard
9:00 a.m. June 23—Lisa Colburn: The Maine Garden Journal
7:00 p.m. June 26—Casey Hynes: Attracting Birds in Your Backyard
* may be subject to change
Thank You Sponsors!
Rose Sponsors
| OceanView at Falmouth |  |
| UBS |  |
| Mr. Signs |  |
Garden Tour Lecture Series Sponsor
| Skillins Greenhouses |  |
Garden Sponsors
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Platinum Sponsors
| American Tax Solutions |  |
| David Banks/ReMax by the Bay |  |
| Foreside Antiques |  |
| Fox Property Maintenance |  |
| Tranzon Auction Properties |
Gold Sponsors
Blooms & Borders
Cameo Realty
DaVinci Experience Science and Art Camps
Haley’s Tire and Service Centers
The Rabinowitz Family
Grab a Bite Sponsors
Bernie’s Place, 204 US Route 1 & 65 New Gray Rd.
European Bakery, 395 US Rt. 1
Falmouth House of Pizza, 251 US Rt. 1
Nina’s Variety, 125 Bucknam Rd.
Ricetta’s Brickoven Pizza, 240 US Rt. 1
Super Scoops, 178 US Rt. 1
Town Landing Market, 269 Foreside Rd
In Kind Donors
Want to join us as a sponsor? See our Sponsorship information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tickets
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How much does a ticket cost? Each ticket is $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the tour. For more ticket information, please see the next question.
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How do I get tickets? Tickets can be purchased in advance at Estabrook’s, O’Donal’s Nursery, Skillins Greenhouses, Allen, Sterling & Lothrup or at the library. They can be purchased online with a credit card at the library’s website, www.FalmouthMemorialLibrary.org, beginning May 1. On the day of the event, tickets will be available after 9:00 a.m. at the Library on Lunt Road in Falmouth. No refunds will be given. When you check in at the library on tour day, you will receive the Garden Tour Guide. The ticket voucher does not include the garden addresses, that will only be available in the Garden Tour Guide which must be picked up at the library beginning at 9 a.m. Pre-paid tickets are not sent out in advance of the tour (regardless of purchase method). Refer to our Ticket information for more information.
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Do I need to bring anything to get my tickets? Please have your ticket voucher or PayPal purchase receipt with you when you check in.
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Where do I pick up the Garden Tour Guide? The Tour Guides with the garden addresses will be available at the Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Rd, Falmouth Maine, starting at 9:00 a.m. the tour day.
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Can I get a ticket refund? No, refunds are not available.
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Can I transfer my tickets to someone else? Yes, you can transfer your tickets to another name. Please contact us before the day of the tour.
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Can someone else pick up my tickets? Yes, another person can pick up your tickets as long as they have your voucher.
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What if I lose my voucher? Contact us before the tour so that we can make a note in our records to eliminate confusion on the day of the tour.
Day of the Tour
- What type of tour is this? The tour is a self-guided tour of twelve gardens in Falmouth, Maine. You will need to drive to get from the library to the gardens. Biking between the homes is also encouraged.
- When can we tour the gardens? The gardens are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Can I get a tour map/tour guide ahead of time? No. The Garden Tour Guide will have the address/map information. That will only be available at the library starting at 9 a.m. on the day of the tour.
- Where does the tour start? You can start at any garden you prefer. When you pick up your Garden Tour Guide, our volunteers will suggest a garden at which to begin. Please refer to our map and directions.
- How long does the tour take? The tour can take as long as you want, but it’s best to allow as much of the day as possible—at least a few hours!
- When should I start the tour? You can start the tour any time of day you like, but we recommend starting early to be sure you have time to see all the gardens.
- Can I ride my bike? Yes, biking is encouraged. Please be courteous and park your bike in an appropriate place, and please do not block walkways or handicap access. You are responsible for your own bike, so please bring a lock.
- Where do I park? Parking is on the street or as directed to the tour area.
- Can I bring a dog or stroller? No dogs, other pets, or strollers are allowed in the gardens.
- Is photography allowed? Yes, photography is allowed!
- What happens if it rains? The tour will be held rain or shine.
- Is the tour handicap accessible? Many gardens will be handicap accessible, but some may have limited or no access.
- What should I wear? Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes. Hats and sunscreen are also strongly recommended.
- Will water be readily available? Yes. Water will be available at the Library where you may refill a water bottle.
- Will any food be available? Several restaurants and other food vendors in Falmouth will be listed in our “Grab a Bite” Sponsor section of the Garden Tour Guide.
Sponsorships
Other local garden tours have offered sponsors an excellent return on their investment, and we are certain the Falmouth Garden Tour will be no different. There are several levels of participation listed below; the Falmouth Garden Tour 2012 sponsorship form reviews what is included with each level so you may choose a level that best fits your needs and budget. Businesses do not need to be garden-related to be a sponsor. The “Grab a Bite” level is specifically for restaurants. We anticipate selling at least 500 tickets to the tour; ticket-holders will spend the day driving around Falmouth.
Garden Tour Sponsor Levels
o Rose Sponsor: $1,500—Limited to one exclusive sponsor per industry sector (i.e., one bank, one landscaper, one garden supply store, etc.).
o Garden Sponsor: $1,000—For businesses that would like the opportunity to talk about their product or service in a featured garden. (Two businesses may share one garden sponsorship but must sign up together. Garden Sponsors are not required to be garden-related businesses. If companies would like to suggest a particular garden in which they have worked and that they would like to sponsor for the tour, we welcome your suggestions but cannot guarantee any recommended garden will be selected.)
o Platinum Sponsor: $350—Open to all interested sponsors.
o Gold Sponsor: $100—Open to all interested sponsors.
o Garden Month Lecture Series Sponsor: $500—Open to all interested sponsors.
o “Grab a Bite” Sponsor: $100 —Open to restaurants and other shops where people can purchase lunch, dinner, a snack or beverage. Sponsors will be listed in the garden tour guide with their address in the special “Grab a Bite” section.
The Falmouth Garden Tour 2012 sponsorship form details the specific benefits for each level. Please contact us by email at falmouthgardens2012@gmail.com if you have other suggestions for sponsorship and marketing opportunities related to the tour or if you have questions about the sponsorship levels. The Garden Tour Committee is interested in partnering with local businesses to make this inaugural event a great success, and we welcome your ideas about ways in which we can work together.
