Open for the season!
WELCOME TO
LADEW TOPIARY GARDENS
Located in Monkton, Maryland, Ladew Topiary Gardens is a historical sanctuary of ever-changing beauty, with 22 acres of award-winning gardens, over 100 topiary sculptures, a historic Manor House, and a mile-long Nature Walk. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to public education, cultural preservation, and sustaining the estate of Harvey S. Ladew.
BECOME A MEMBER
Our home is yours. Join today for exclusive access and garden benefits.
SUPPORT OUR MISSION
Help preserve Ladew Gardens with your generous donation today.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Discover events at Ladew. Join us for
unforgettable experiences.
Hours
OPEN APRIL 2 - OCTOBER 31
MONDAY - TUESDAY 9 am-4 pm
TWILIGHT TUESDAY
(MAY - AUGUST) 9 am-8 pm
CLOSED WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY - FRIDAY 9 am-4 pm
SATURDAY - SUNDAY 9 am-5 pm
Our office is open year-round,
Monday through Friday
from 8 am-4 pm.
Admission
ADULTS $22
SENIORS (62+) $18
YOUNG ADULTS (13-18) $18
CHILDREN (2-12) $7
CHILDREN UNDER 2 Free
MEMBERS Free
Daily admission tickets purchased online in advance pay 2025 admission fees.
Featured Happenings
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Garden Festival 2026
Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 8 am - 4 pm
the Mid-Atlantic’s Premier Plant and Garden Antique Festival -
Garden Glow 2025
A Ladew Tradition of Illuminating Fun
Wednesday, October 15
through
Saturday, October 18, 20255 - 9 pm
Rain or Shine -
A Ladew Christmas
Ladew’s most beloved holiday tradition
Wednesday, December 10 through Saturday, December 13 with evening hours to enjoy the magic of night-time sparkle 3 - 7 pm
Patron Preview: Tuesday, December 9 from 3 - 5 pm
Member Preview: Tuesday, December 9 from 5 - 8 pm
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