Presented by the Wilton Garden Club: Lecture from Sal Gilbertie

In collaboration with the Wilton Garden Club and the Master Gardener Program in Lower Fairfield, the Wilton Historical Society hosts Sal Gilbertie of Gilbertie’s Organics for a lecture on Thursday, June 6 at 4:00 p.m.

Gilbertie is the 3rd generation proprietor of Gilbertie’s Organics located in Westport and Easton. He has been at the forefront of organic farming for more than 50 years, is the largest herb grower and supplier in the US, author of 8 books, and has won dozens of awards including 2011 Connecticut Organic Farmer of the Year and 2022’s Horticulture Commendation from Garden Clubs of America.

Explore the Historical Society’s herb garden as Gilbertie shares information about a variety of herbs and the history of his herb business. The herbs he brings to supplement his presentation are available for purchase. Some of the books he has authored will also be available. Enjoy refreshments while the garden club introduces the many herbs cultivated in the Society’s gardens.

Takes place in Wilton Historical’s Colonial Herb Garden. In the event of rain, lecture will be moved indoors to the barn.

Email by Monday, May 31 to RSVP.