Camellias and Tea

Camellias and Tea

Belle Baruch enjoyed her property in the winter when camellias were in bloom and the rye grass was flourishing. She grew, propagated, and competed with many varieties of camellias that are still growing in her yard today. Spend a portion of your day experiencing a walking tour of the grounds of Bellefield Plantation, which will conclude with demonstrations of air-layering & camellia waxing. Feel free to bring a camellia bloom of your own if you would like to have it waxed (lighter shades work best). Also join us for a small tea with refreshments such as a delicious green camellia tea as well as a Charleston black tea on Belle’s terrace where she entertained President Franklin Roosevelt and other prominent figures. Participants will drive their own cars to Bellefield Plantation. Participants’ cars will need to navigate rustic roads of sand and dirt. In the event of inclement weather this program will be postponed or canceled. (Exertion Level: moderate impact – some walking, standing for long periods). Reservations required.  Hobcaw Barony, Bellefield, 22 Hobcaw Rd. Friday, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $50. (843) 546-1623, www.hobcawbarony.org

Date: 
February 23 2024
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