Established in 1967, The Garden and Conservation Trust raises funds for repairs and improvements needed to operate Ballard Greenhouse, a Lord & Burnham greenhouse built at the turn of the 20th century. The Trust also sponsors a greenhouse director who assists members of Caudatowa and Ridgefield Garden Clubs grow plants for their annual plant sale, a Ridgefield tradition since 1958. Proceeds from the sale fund projects for Ridgefield and the surrounding area. The Trust consists of members from both garden clubs.

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