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The John Fairey Garden

Botanical garden · Hempstead, TX

A nonprofit conservation garden near Hempstead, Texas, formerly Peckerwood Garden, with over 1,500 plant types from Mexico, Asia and the US. Visits are on scheduled Saturday open days and guided tours.

AdmissionTours $15; members free

Guests may register in advance for Open Day tours on the Events page.

LocationHempstead, Texas

20559 FM 359 Road, Hempstead, TX 77445

HoursSee published hours below

Check the date you plan to visit. No live opening status.

Hours & admission

Published hours
Open Days are Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with docent-guided tours at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Private and group tours Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Open Days run from the second Saturday in September until July 1
Admission details
Open Day tours are free for members and $15 for non-members. Private tours are $15 for members and $25 for non-members. Non-members may not tour the garden independently.
Parking
Guest parking is just inside the entrance off FM 359 Rd.
Tickets and reservations
Guests may register in advance for Open Day tours on the Events page.
Contact
979.826.3232
20559 FM 359 Road
Hempstead, TX 77445

Checked September 29, 2026 · Official visitor source

For a future visit, confirm the date, ticket availability and special-event exceptions with the garden.

Access & getting there

The paths and restrooms are not ADA accessible. The paths have many steps and roots, so walkers, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated.

Official visitor information

Before you leave

  • Confirm the schedule for your specific date.
  • Check reservations and parking separately.
  • Read the garden’s current visitor notices.
Read the visit checklist