In 1888, Washington Atlee Burpee (1858-1915) purchased about 100 acres of land outside of Doylestown and named it Fordhook Farm, after his ancestor’s estate in England.

Burpee, one of the most well-known gardening brands in the U.S., will host its annual Burpee Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 27.

July 29 was a wonderful day for the local community as the Burpee test garden at Fordhook Farm in Doylestown opened to the public. George Ball and his team did an outstanding job. Young families were …