Cape Cod Hydrangea Fest Garden Tours: July 14, 2026

BREWSTER

JoAnn Piscillo’s Garden - 81 Maple Lane, Brewster
Tour benefits Cape Cod Hydrangea Society
If you have a passion for repurposing and a love for the unique, this garden is a must-see. JoAnn Piscillo’s lush quarter-acre oasis is home to more than 70 hydrangeas, both beloved classics and exciting new cultivars. A diverse array of shade-loving perennials also flourishes here, while a sun-drenched cottage garden bursts with colorful dahlias, cleome, bee balm, cosmos, and salvia. Adding to the garden’s charm are flea market treasures and artfully arranged vignettes enlivening this enchanting space. Breathe in the delightful aromas of honeysuckle and lavender and enjoy the soothing sounds of bubbling fountains and cheerful birdsongs from charming birdbaths and houses. *Lots of hydrangeas *Creative Ornaments *Pollinator Gardens *Dog friendly *Wheelchair and Walker accessible. Open for Tours: July 13 and July 14.

DENNIS

1 Thirza's Way, Wrinkle Point, West Dennis
Tour benefits West Dennis Garden Club
Please come visit this garden by the sea! The property is surrounded by hydrangea bushes…many of these gardens were planted by the original owner and they still bring much joy to the garden today. Photos of the garden can be found in Joan Harrison’s book Hydrangeas Cape Cod and Beyond. As you stroll through the yad mixed in with the colorful bushes will be other perennials including the Patrick J. Cronin day lilies propagated by the present-day owner’s grandfather. As you journey to the backyard the owner’s small but much-loved English garden springs to view along with a wonderful view of Bass River and beyond. End your visit by sitting on the inviting desk with comfortable rocking chairs or venture down to the dock and enjoy the calm that only the sea can bring. *Waterview *Lots of Hydrangeas. Open for Tours: July 14 and July 15.

168 Uncle Barney’s Road, West Dennis
Tour benefits West Dennis Garden Club
This welcoming garden is located in Wrinkle Point, a beautiful neighborhood located on Bass River in West Dennis. Our yard begins with a beautiful wall of blue/purple hydrangeas. We hope that you will come and visit our recently recreated landscape plan, particularly the new hydrangea gardens which feature Mophead and Lace Cap hydrangeas. *Hydrangeas. Open for Tours: July 14 and July 15.

42 Depot Street, Dennisport
Tour benefits West Dennis Garden Club
A nature lover’s delight! Enter this unique property and wander a path through koi ponds , waterfalls and enchanting gardens with hydrangea trees and so much more. Welcome to this refreshing oasis on a summer’s day! *Creative ornaments * Hydrangeas. Open for Tours: July 14 and July 15.

Seaside Sunsets - ***OPEN 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm***
Corporation Beach - 2 William Crowell Road, Dennis
Tour benefiting Village Garden Club of Dennis
Come for the hydrangeas, stay for the sunset! For one night only, enjoy this evening garden viewing, perhaps, after you take in an early dinner at one of the many restaurants along historic route 6A. This ocean front garden boasts many garden beds which have been nurtured by the work of a newer, ‘accidental’, gardener. The grounds contain a vibrant mixture of hundreds of perennials, annuals, shrubs, trees and, of course, hydrangeas. Over 140 hydrangeas in all represent nearly 20 varieties across the color spectrum- blue, pink, white, red and purple! Walk this over one acre property sited magnificently and directly on Cape Cod Bay. Play corn hole by the sea or simply sit by the pool and admire the spectacular sunset. Enjoy the serenity of a 180-degree view of Cape Cod Bay while sipping a glass of wine or beer provided, for sale, by the Village Garden Club of Dennis. All the proceeds will benefit the VGCD Community Outreach and Scholarship Program. *Waterview *Lots of hydrangeas.
Master Gardener Linda Coven, one of the Cape’s leading experts on hydrangeas, and past President of the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society will be offering a free “Tip Talk” at 6:30 pm in the garden.

SANDWICH

Fornari’s Garden - 2 Lawrence Pond Lane, Sandwich
Tour benefiting Sandwich Arts Alliance
Discover what two plant-lovers (one a Marine Geologist and the other a Garden Speaker/Writer) do with 2.5 acres. This property has flower power! See several perennial beds, a large vegetable garden, and annuals in containers. Over 35 varieties of Hydrangeas, all labeled. Learn about the native plants. Be inspired by the large grape arbor and solar heated seed-starting shed. Enjoy the perfume and motion in the fragrance/bird garden. This long, thin property slopes down to Lawrence Pond, and features unusual trees, flowering shrubs, and a lawn that hasn’t been fertilized in 11 years. See artists working in the gardens. Accessibility: A steep driveway, many mulched or uneven paths. *Lots of hydrangeas * Unusual plants * Pollinator Garden * Dog-Friendly. Directions: From Race Lane in Barnstable go west until it turns into Farmersville. Pass Great Hill Rd on right and turn right onto Stowe Rd by large Camp Lyndon Y Sign. Lawrence Pond Lane is an immediate right into the small cul-de-sac but best parking is on Stowe Road.

YARMOUTH

Colors in Bloom - 38 Gardiner Lane, South Yarmouth
Tour benefits Cape Abilities
As amateur horticulturists, we are quite proud of our first showing of our "classic" blue hydrangeas surrounding our home. Upon first visit to the property one will notice that we have a mix of young and mature plants that encircle the entire property. Our hydrangeas provide beauty and privacy. They are big and blue. We do hope that you will enjoy your visit. Garden with lots of hydrangeas, well-behaved dogs on a leash allowed.
Open for Tours: July 14-16.

"A Garden on the Marsh" - 70 Alms House Road, Yarmouth Port
Tour benefits Yarmouth Garden Club
This unique older property borders conservation land with picturesque views of Barnstable Harbor and Sandy Neck Lighthouse. Stroll along walking paths through beach plums and junipers for a closer view of the marsh and the nearby osprey nest. Visit the kitchen garden which features raspberries, blueberries, beach plums and vegetables such as rhubarb, asparagus, squash, beans and cucumbers. In fact, jams and jellies made by the owner will be for sale on the property. Enjoy this rare photographic opportunity to visit a special Cape Cod property passed down from generation to generation. *Waterview *Pollinator Garden *Walker Friendly.
Directions: Turn onto Center Street off Route 6A in Yarmouth Port and follow towards Gray's Beach for 1 mile. Turn left onto Alms House Road and follow .2 mile, bearing left at the fork. The house is on the right-hand side. Limited parking is available at the end of the road. Please do not park directly across from the house's entrance.

Admission: $5 per garden • Event admission may vary • Cash only, day-of at the gardens • All gardens open 10am–4pm unless otherwise noted • Gardens are open only on the days listed •All tours are rain or shine.

Cape Cod Hydrangea Fest Events

Hydrangeas & Friends: Perfect Pairings for Gardens and Containers with Natalie Carmolli
Location: Beacon Gardens, 182 Osterville–West Barnstable Road, Osterville
Date: July 14 | Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Discover favorite hydrangeas and pollinator-friendly companion plants. Natalie Carmolli shares tips for combining plants in garden beds and containers for lasting color, texture, and pollinator activity.

Cape Cod Hydrangea Seaglass Workshop
Date: July 14, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Sandwich Arts Alliance, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
Create a beautiful, framed hydrangea design using colorful sea glass in this creative, hands-on workshop.
Register: sandwichartsalliance.org/adult-classes.html

Photographing Flowers at “Marsh View” with Maryellen Stone
Date: July 14, 2026 (Rain or shine)
Times: 9:00–11:00 AM & 3:00–5:00 PM
Location: 120 Dyer Prince, Eastham
Join fine-art photographer Maryellen Stone for a hands-on workshop focused on capturing flowers at their best. Learn composition techniques, smartphone camera tips, and creative editing tools to transform your images into something frame-worthy.
Cost: $95 per session (pre-registration required; space limited)
Register: EasthamGardenTour.org Please avoid wearing scent.

Hydrangea Fest at Heritage Museums & Gardens
Location: 67 Grove Street, Sandwich
Dates: July 10 – 19 | Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Explore Heritage’s beautiful grounds featuring eight hydrangea species and more than 170 cultivars. Visit the expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society Display Garden.

Hydrangea Fest at the Hyannis HyArts Artist Shanties
Locations: 51 Ocean Street – Harbor Overlook, Hyannis
180 Ocean Street – Bismore Park, Hyannis
Dates: July 10 – 19 | Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Enjoy daily hydrangea-themed happenings at the Hyannis HyArts Artist Shanties featuring local artists and waterfront views.

Gardening Consultations to Support Farming Falmouth
Location: Soares Flower Garden Nursery, 1021 Sandwich Road, East Falmouth
Dates: July 11 – 18 | Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Meet Terry Soares for a personalized garden consultation. Bring photos, questions, and ideas for improving your landscape.
Cost: $75 (30 minutes) | $125 (1 hour)
All proceeds benefit Farming Falmouth. Participants receive 15% off purchases made the day of their consultation.
Sign up: soaresflowergardennursery.com