Cape Cod Hydrangea Fest Garden Tours: July 19, 2026

BARNSTABE
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. Pollinators garden. Open for Tours: July 10-12 & July 17-19.

Made in the Shade - 58 Rhody Circle, Marstons Mills
Tour benefits Marstons Mills Public Library
Located on what was once a tree farm, and edged and shaded by tall evergreens, rhodys and mountain laurel, this garden is inspired by the naturalistic flow of an English garden from one outdoor space to the next. As you enter, you are greeted by 2 large hydrangea bushes to the left of the house. Turning right, you will enter the front garden, which features a golden chain tree, Japanese maples, Rhodys and many kinds of shade loving ground covers including hostas, sweet william, ginger, ferns, bishops weed, and more. Continuing to the side, you pass the entrance to a secret garden and more shade loving ground covers. A path leads you to the back garden which features a koi pond with two cascading waterfalls, edged by a stone patio. Stop to see the fish and bullfrogs! Continuing around, you will reach the pool area, which is edged by day lilies, hostas, Rhodys, Rose of Sharon, azaleas, and climbing hydrangeas. The garden also features decorative pots of annual flowers and interesting garden art, ranging from windchimes and pedestals to statues and reflecting balls. * Creative Ornaments * Dog-friendly. Open for tours: July 10, July 11, July 19.

Lavender in Bloom - Old Homestead Farm, 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! Garden Parking: Parking assistance will be provided on-site.
*Pollinator Garden *Farm Animals *Dog-Friendly.

SANDWICH

The Meadow House - 22 Quaker Road, Sandwich ***Admission: $10
An 11-acre property in East Sandwich presents a thoughtful reimagining of a 300-year-old farming tradition, blending active enjoyment with a deep commitment to ecological stewardship. Through a process of rewilding, Bernice and Joe Wahler have replaced mown lawns and non-native pastures with a vibrant meadowscape that serves as both a vital pollinator habitat and a protective buffer for a natural spring and wetland system. The property harmonizes natural beauty with the daily rhythms of a productive organic farm and greenhouse managed by resident farmer Shane Chambers. Visitors will experience an inspired manifesto for land use, where native plants and dense wildlife corridors prove that cultural heritage and the humming complexity of a living ecosystem can coexist beautifully. *Unusual plants *Creative Ornaments *Pollinator Garden.
The garden tour supports the Sandwich Arts Alliance and the Boston Society of Landscape Architects.

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. After retiring and returning full-time in May 2023, I completed a full refurbishment of all garden areas—with new fences, walkways, and a wide range of new plantings not typically seen on the Cape. You might say I have more of a West Coast Garden with a very East Coast house. 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. Hydrangeas *Unusual Plants *Creative Ornament *Pollinator Garden.

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

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.