Mount Vernon in Fairfax County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Botanical Garden
"The most valuable and scarcer kinds of plants…may receive nourishment in my little garden."
George Washington, letter to manager Anthony Whitting, November 25, 1792
Washington often tended this experimental garden with his own hands. Unfamiliar or exotic plants would be tested here. Washington observed the first sproutings, recorded the cuttings which took hold, and noted the plants that might thrive when transplanted in his fields or groves. Sees were collected from varieties that flourished. Many of the plants grown in this plot today are mentioned in Washington's writings.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Horticulture & Forestry. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington series list. A significant historical date for this entry is November 25, 1792.
Location. 38° 42.513′ N, 77° 5.18′ W. Marker is in Mount Vernon, Virginia, in Fairfax County. Marker is at the intersection of Mount Vernon Memorial Highway (Virginia Route 235) and George Washington Memorial Highway, on the right when traveling east on Mount Vernon Memorial Highway. 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. Wood That Looks Like Stone (within shouting distance of this marker); Gardener's House
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Credits. This page was last revised on September 27, 2021. It was originally submitted on September 27, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 90 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 27, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
