Stock up for spring gardening at Waltham’s popular plant and seed sales

Local gardeners can jump-start the spring growing season at the popular plant sales hosted by the Waltham Garden Club and Waltham Fields Community Farm this Saturday.  UPDATE: The Lyman Estate Greenhouses are holding their annual Herb Sale this Friday and Saturday.

The Waltham Garden Club will take over the Senior Center parking lot for its popular annual plant sale and seed giveaway on Saturday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to noon.

This much-anticipated event is one of the club’s two major fundraisers, supporting its year-round programming and community beautification activities. Shoppers will find a wide variety of plants suited for different garden conditions — from full sun to part shade and full shade — all offered at reasonable prices.

In addition to the plant sale, visitors can pick up free seed packets, making it an excellent opportunity for both seasoned and first-time gardeners to stock up for the growing season.

The Garden Club encourages residents to come early for the best selection and to chat with members for gardening tips and advice. Proceeds from the sale help fund local projects that promote horticultural education and enhance Waltham’s public spaces.

The Waltham Senior Center is located at 488 Main St. For more information about the event or the club’s community work, visit the Waltham Garden Club’s website.

Waltham Fields annual seedling sale

Also on Saturday, the WFCF is holding its annual sale of organically grown seedlings at its farm at 240 Beaver St. on Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

Vegetable, herb and flower starts are available. Here is the full list of 2026 selections. Vendor Twig Daddy is offering edible trees and shrubs.

Farmers and knowledgeable plant people will be on hand to answer questions.

For more information about the event and WFCF’s work in community farming, providing equitable access to healthy, locally grown food and connecting people to the land and one another, visit the WFCF’s website. 

Lyman Estate Greenhouses herb sale

The Lyman Estate Greenhouses at 85 Lyman Street is holding its annual herb sale Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Thousands of culinary, medicinal, and ornamental herbs are available, along with scented geraniums, pottery, and garden gifts. Get expert advice from our greenhouse staff. Historic New England members save 10% on purchases.

Please call (617) 994-5913 for more information.