Cape Cod Hydrangea Fest Garden Tours: July 20, 2025

BARNSTABLE

Cape Cottage - 181 Chase Street, Hyannis
Tour benefits Resilient Roots
Open for Tours: July 11, July 19, and July 20
Meander along winding gravel pathways through this organic perennial garden bursting with life, where every turn holds a delightful surprise. This eclectic, colorful oasis is a whimsical blend of vibrant flowers, sculptures, and unexpected hidden vignettes for you to enjoy. Garden with lots of unusual plants, Creative ornaments, Pollinator Garden.
Parking: Please, park along Chase, Highland, or Foster. The driveway entrance is off Foster.

Heart’s Ease at Compass Rose Center - 1106 Main Street, West Barnstable
Tour benefits Whelden Memorial Library
Open for Tours: July 19: 10 AM – 2 PM & July 20: 12 PM – 4 PM
Heart’s Ease is a pollinator garden that surrounds Compass Rose Center, a place for navigating life and nourishing spirit. The gardens are a thoughtful mix of old and new plantings, with an emphasis on native species and pollinator-friendly selections. Pollinator Garden, Dog-Friendly, Wheelchair and Walker Friendly.
Directions: Located at Compass Rose Center on Main Street in West Barnstable.
Parking: Compass Rose parking lot – 12 regular spaces and one accessible space.

Meetinghouse Farm: 2135 Meetinghouse Way, West Barnstable
Tour benefits Meetinghouse Farm
Nestled within the West Barnstable community lies Meetinghouse Farm, a verdant oasis and horticultural sanctuary. Step into a world of natural beauty and tranquility as you embark on a journey through lush gardens and verdant greenhouse. Wander through the labyrinth and take leisurely strolls across the sprawling grounds of this cherished local gem. Experience the harmony of nature and humanity in perfect union at Meetinghouse Farm. Parking: small gravel road/culdesac on property, or parking at Fire Station and walking over. Open for Tours: July 11-13 & July 18-20. Pollinator Garden.

Lavender in Bloom - 330 Olde Homestead Drive, Marstons Mills
Tour benefits Whelden Memorial Library
The gardens will be in bloom with loads of purple lavender and hyssop, punctuated by chickens and glimpses of a friendly alpaca herd. A lovely and lively mix of color, fragrance, and animal charm! Pollinator garden, farm animals, dog friendly.
Directions: Located in Marstons Mills at Old Homestead Farm.
Parking: Parking assistance will be provided on-site.

HARWICH

Cape Casa - 2 Meredith Way, East Harwich
Tour benefits Whelden Memorial Library
I designed and built my traditional Cape-style house in 2001 and did some initial landscaping, but my career as a Landscape Architect took me back to Northern California. Since retiring and returning full-time in May, I’ve begun a full refurbishment of all garden areas—with new fences, walkways, and a wide range of new plantings still being added this spring.
Directions: Easy to find, located just off Highway 39.
Parking: On-street parking is plentiful; the house sits on a corner lot. Please, park only on one side of the street and avoid blocking neighbors' driveways.