Mount Vernon near Alexandria in Fairfax County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Sundries Field
"For in the affairs of farming or Planting, more perhaps than in any other, it may justly be said there is a time for all things."
George Washington to John Fairfax, January 1, 1789
In addition to the crops in his rotation plan, George Washington planted smaller quantities of other crops, which he called "sundries" These were used on the plantation and included, flax, pumpkins, and many vegetables.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Agriculture. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington series list. A significant historical date for this entry is January 1, 1789.
Location. 38° 42.309′ N, 77° 5.366′ W. Marker is near Alexandria, Virginia, in Fairfax County. It is in Mount Vernon. Marker can be reached from the intersection of George Washington Memorial Parkway and Mount Vernon Highway (Virginia Route 235), on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Alexandria VA 22309, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Batteau Design (within shouting distance of this marker); Batteau Construction Project (within shouting distance of this marker); George Washington's Fisheries (within shouting distance of this marker); Punt
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Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 27, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 134 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 27, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
