Edison Ford Garden Tours

The Edison & Ford Winter Estates includes nearly 20 acres of lush, tropical gardens and reflects the historic landscape of the 1920’s.  Groups with an interest in horticulture and historical landscapes, especially garden clubs, will enjoy the many opportunities to experience the site with tours, lectures, and private luncheons and gatherings.

Choose one of these Garden Group Tour Options:

Specialized Edison Ford Garden Tours

Guided Edison Ford garden tours with Edison Ford Horticulturists include a walk through the historical gardens of the Edison & Ford Winter Estates.  The tour is guided by a monthly list of what is currently blooming or fruiting at the Edison Ford.  Also included is a behind-the-scenes tour of the Edison Ford Propagating Nursery and time to purchase heritage plants from the Edison Ford Garden Shoppe. Time 1 1/2 hours.

Garden Workshops

Time - approximately 2-3 Hours

Choose from the following topics:

  • Heirloom Roses at the EstatesHistoric Herbs & Spices
  • Orchid Culture & Care
  • Butterfly Plants & Container Gardening
  • Container Gardening
  • Mina’s Moonlight Garden
  • Tropical Fruits at the Estates
  • Mina Edison’s Tropical Bulbs
  • Propagational Methods of Historical Edison Plants

Each program is approximately 2 - 3 hours in length.

  • Cost is inclusive
  • Minimum 10; Maximum number adjusted for select programs
  • All tours and workshops subject to availability, reservations required and seating may be limited

Book A Garden Glimpse Group Edison Ford Garden Tour Today!  For group tour information call the Edison & Ford Winter Estates at  239-334-7419 or submit the Groups Inquiry Form.  INQUIRY ONLY - MUST SPEAK WITH EDISON FORD REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE RESERVATION.

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