The Garden at Portridge

Helping Franklin County create pollinator gardens, your Louisburg NC hidden gem heritage plant sanctuary and #1 resource to buy native plants & herbs. Inspirational Botanical gardens surrounding historic national register listed Portridge plantation. Discover a Heritage Plant Sanctuary in the Heart of Franklin County! The Garden at Portridge on the grounds of Historic Portridge Plantation is laid out in the 18th Century Quincunx design.

Stroll the garden paths and see the heirloom flowers, vegetables and herbs growing in the formal Parterres. Learn the importance of creating a healthy ecosystem with native plants. Take home pots of herbs, perennial flowers and vegetables for your own garden.

Shop the pop-up Handcraft Market for locally made artisan goods and refreshment while you enjoy live music by our in-house professional classical music duo. We also offer you reserving the Garden for your special events, photoshoots or picnics. Offered also are gardening classes and lectures.

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