Top “Picks” for Springtime Gardening

The weather is warming up, the trees are blossoming, and spring is in full swing! The end of April is the perfect time to plant your seedlings for this summer’s harvest, and thanks to our farmers, you can visit countless roadside stands and markets for the best plants, seeds, and gardening supplies! Not sure where to go? We’ve asked LFT staff members where they like to go in the spring and summer months!

133 Buckwalter Road | Laura’s Top Pick
This small, local farm stand was recommended by our GIS Specialist, Laura Hershey! This stand offers beautiful flowers and healthy veggie plants in the spring and summer and is Laura’s go-to for great plants at a low price. Hours at this location vary. Check them out at 133 Buckwalter Road, Lancaster, PA 17602!

Rohrer Seeds | Steph’s Top Pick
Rohrer Seeds is a great place to visit if you’d like to experiment with veggie and herb seed varieties, like our Community Engagement Manager, Stephanie! Their hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day except Sundays. Rohrer Seeds is located at 2472 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA 17602.

Lapp’s Farm Market | Chandra’s Top Pick
Lapp’s Farm Market is the perfect place for seasonal produce, baked goods, and numerous plants from their greenhouse. Visit Lapp’s at 1406 Lampeter Rd, Lancaster, PA to grab your springtime plants and other decor! Plus, get some grocery shopping done. They’re open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Flower Wagon | Kristin’s Top Pick
Recommended by our Office Administrator and Executive Assistant Kristin, the Flower Wagon offers seasonal annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, color bowls, and more! Visit the Flower Wagon’s greenhouse and garden center for all your gardening needs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day except Sunday. They’re located at 580 W Lexington Rd, Lititz, PA 17543.

Smucker’s Farm Market | A Preserved Pick!
Want to support a preserved farm market? Smucker’s is a great farm stand for local produce, cheese, and herbs, and they often sell many gorgeous flowers and plants in the spring and summer. Check out Smucker’s Farm Market at 2110 Rockvale Rd, Lancaster, PA 17602, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day except Sunday.

Many local stands are cash or check only, so stop by an ATM before visiting! As always, never take photos of our Amish or Plain-Sect community members. Visitors are often welcome to take pictures of their products or farm property, as long as faces are not recognizable.

Buying produce and plants from local farm stands and markets is one of the best ways to support our farmers and benefit the community. To learn about more preserved markets and stands in Lancaster that you can visit, click here for a list of locations and their hours!