Garden Club of Virginia 13
SNEAD’S FARM
18294 Tidewater Trail
Fredericksburg 22408
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Through the Virginia Outdoor Foundation,
Snead’s Farm has been designated “green space
for perpetuity,” meaning it can only be farmed,
and never developed. This family-run farm is an
example of how to make a living from the land while
respecting the environment. Visitors will enjoy the
repurposed sculptures in the whimsical gardens.
Walk through the Whispering Pine Tree Maze, the
Angel Garden, the Unicorn Art Trail and many
more. Areas of flowers and vegetables punctuate
additional open space. The owners have worked
hard to establish their farm’s reputation for high
quality produce. Initially traveling to over 50 grocery
stores and 17 local farmers markets, their produce is
now sold to community supported agriculture (CSA)
shareholders and local restaurants, and through
the produce stand on the farm. Their Annual Fall
Festival attracts 1,000 visitors a day during the
weekends. Always ahead of the curve, the owners
have respected their surrounding environment by
farming the land in a sustainable way beginning with
the first asparagus beds planted 38 years ago. The
owners will be available at lunch time to share their
story and answer any questions. Only the grounds
and outbuildings are open for touring.
Ellen and Emmett Snead, owners