Garden of Peggy & Frank Almquist

Kingston, NY
An American Hemerocallis Society "display garden" of approximately 200 daylilies enhanced with a jubilant mix of perennial favorites (Astilbe, Helleborum, Asian lilies) and prized specimens (dawn redwood, Japanese umbrella pine, 'Green Panda' bamboo). The garden is laid out in a series of rooms and raised beds, with sun, shade, a waterfall, many surprises, and two very avid and knowledgeable gardeners.
Directions: Take the New York State Thruway to Kingston/Exit 19, after toll bear slight left to traffic circle. Stay in right lane and take second exit, Washington Avenue. Stay in right lane through first traffic light. For next two traffic lights use center lane. Road narrows to one lane. After two more traffic lights, turn right on Pear Street at next light. Proceed 0.75 mile to top of hill and "T." Turn right onto Lynette Boulevard. At next stop sign turn right onto Hillside Terrace, and at next intersection turn right onto Beth Drive. House is almost at end on right, #107. Park on roadside opposite the home.
Open Days 2018: June 24
Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission to this garden is $7 for members and nonmembers without tickets purchased in advance.
Buy discounted admission tickets in advance! They can be used at most Open Days to make garden visiting easier.
Nonmembers get 6 visits for the price of 5 with advanced ticket book purchase.
Members get 50% off ONLY by purchasing ticket books in advance.
New garden or feature
- This garden allows photography
- Partial wheelchair access
Kingston, NY, 12401