Make a Boxwood Wreath
Boxwood are the quintessential southern garden hedge plant; several varieties of boxwood grow in the Mount Vernon gardens.
Learn about our boxwood, enjoy refreshments, and create a boxwood with Dean Norton.
All materials will be provided.
About Dean Norton
Dean Norton is currently Mount Vernon’s longest-serving employee, who began working at the estate on June 23, 1969. He has a degree in horticulture from Clemson University and has devoted considerable time to researching 18th-century gardens and gardening practices.
He has contributed to the research and restoration of Washington’s botanical garden, upper garden, bowling green, and fruit garden and nursery; the organization of the Mount Vernon garden symposiums; and the publication, The General in the Garden.
Dean will retire from Mount Vernon at the end of this year.
Admission to Mount Vernon Included
On the day of your class, present your ticket at the gate to receive admission to the estate.
Mount Vernon is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
