Our Mission
Advance the art of gardening and landscape design by encouraging members in the growing and showing of horticulture specimens, and training them in the use of these materials in creating designs for their homes and flower shows.
Reward excellence in achievement among students in Rappahannock County.
Support youth projects in Rappahannock County and to stimulate an interest in the environment and conservation among the youth.
Aid in the protection of natural resources and the environment.
Study, preserve, and protect all species indigenous to Rappahannock County and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
What We Do
Community Projects
The Rappahannock County Garden Club members join the citizens of our county in celebrating the life of our friends and fellow members who so generously have given of themselves, their time, and their talents in service to our greater community.
We support youth projects in Rappahannock County and stimulate an interest in the environment and conservation among the young and old. RCGC has supported the local Farm to Table program at our local elementary school. An annual “Smokey Bear” art contest has taken our children to the state level in the competition. In addition, our nature camp scholarships have led to a much greater appreciation of nature for these students. We are dedicated to protecting and preserving this beautiful county through many environmental efforts. We study, preserve, and strive to protect all species of beneficial wildlife indigenous to Rappahannock County and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Our members are always growing and learning...
The RCGC advances the art of gardening through regular monthly meetings at local venues and occasional trips to special gardens. Members are expected to attend and participate with horticulture entries from their gardens as well as artistic arrangements, serve on a committee. and attend the Holiday Greens Workshop. The club provides training in the use of these materials to create designs for their homes and flower shows. Most of the meetings include knowledgeable and informative guest speakers and interesting activities to hone gardening skills and floral design.
Club Activities
Community Beautification Projects throughout the county
Scholarships and youth educational programs
Plant-A-Tree donations to plant trees around the state
Rapp at Home Mothers Day flowers and Valentine Tea
Annual Seed Swap
Annual Holiday Greens Workshop and Sale
Monthly speakers at club meetings on gardening topics and floral design
Members display local horticultural specimens and floral design arrangements at meetings
Rapp in Bloom--tree give away project
TREX benches recycling project with the Lions club
Field trips in warmer months