| If you will be going via Richmond VA, a sidetrip to Lewis Ginter Gardens may be worthwhile. The place is relatively new, but has interesting layouts, wonderful peonies, a japanese garden, ponds -- and a good little restaurant for lunch. I have not been there, but Maymont Gardens in Richmond is also supposed to be lovely; I understand it is more formal, with an Italianate garden. Nearby is Sandy's Plants -- she normally sells her wide selection of perennials and woodies wholesale, but will also deal with individuals. You *need* the golf-carts she supplies to traverse her huge spread. I've gotten wonderful things there, beautifully grown, for better than reasonable prices. LynnT |
Here is a link that might be useful: Sandy's Plants
