14th Annual Connoisseurs Garden Tour
Biddy & Fred Fishback -"Equestrian Surprise"
On Mother's Day weekend---Saturday and Sunday, May 12-13, 2018 from 11am to 4pm---you are invited to tour the gardens at Fred and Biddy Fishback's home in Wellington, Florida. Proceeds support Mounts Botanical Gardens, Palm Beach County's largest and oldest public garden. In addition to its beautiful public gardens, Mounts provides education to children and adults, nurturing their love and knowledge of nature, gardening and conservation. Click here to purchase tickets for this event and all seven showcase garden homes throughout Palm Beach County, supporting the great work of Mounts Botanical Gardens.
Nestled in the heart of the equestrian community of Wellington, this 10 acre royal palm-lined property is truly an "equestrian surprise." Designed by acclaimed master gardener Carl Lacny, it offers a spacious front yard with a large pond and a dramatic waterfall surrounded by an array of tropical foliage. A serene walking path takes you through the tropical garden behind the waterfall. As you walk around the house on the west side you are greeted by both a butterfly garden and a dry riverbed garden en route to a beautiful outdoor entertainment complex overlooking the pasture. The complex includes a large pool & patio, Chickee Hut and Chickee bar built by the Miccosukees and the crown jewel, a spectacular outdoor kitchen, all tastefully landscaped. The east side of the property features a hardscape, leading to a tennis court and garages, all beautifully manicured including multiple sitting areas, hand-made tile mosaics and magnificent Mango and Lychee trees. As a bonus, the owner will bring out many cars from his collection of classic and contemporary cars, from the 1930’s until today, including vintage Cadillac’s, hot rods & muscle cars and even some award-winning Lamborghinis.
Directions from I95 and Florida Turnpike:
I95 to Exit 60/61, Lantana Road West to 441. Right (north) on 441 to 50th Street (first light). Left (West) about 2 miles to 125th. Corner house, 50th and 125th.
Turnpike to exit 93 Lake Worth Rd. West. West to 441. Left (South) on 441 to 50th Street (first light). Right (West) about 2 miles to 125th. Corner house, 50th and 125th.
I95 to Exit 60/61, Lantana Road West to 441. Right (north) on 441 to 50th Street (first light). Left (West) about 2 miles to 125th. Corner house, 50th and 125th.
Turnpike to exit 93 Lake Worth Rd. West. West to 441. Left (South) on 441 to 50th Street (first light). Right (West) about 2 miles to 125th. Corner house, 50th and 125th.