WILLIAMSBURG Debuts Plant Collection Created Especially for QVC(R)

WILLIAMSBURG, Va., March 4 /PRNewswire/ -- WILLIAMSBURG will debut seven collections of live plants on QVC Wednesday, March 10 at 1:00 p.m. (ET) during the Gardens of WILLIAMSBURG show. The launch marks the first time WILLIAMSBURG plants will be available for order and shipment. Colonial Williamsburg's horticulturist Laura Viancour will appear during the broadcast to introduce the collections. Sales of WILLIAMSBURG plants support the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and its educational programs.

The Gardens of WILLIAMSBURG collection will be available through QVC starting March 10 at QVC.com or 1.800.345.1515. More information can be found on the Colonial Williamsburg Web site.

The Founding Father Collection was shaped by Thomas Jefferson's writings, where he revealed his love for Virginia's gardens. The collection includes flowers Jefferson preferred, including Damask Rose, Hollyhock, the Peony, Cardinal Flowers and the Turk's Cap Lily.

WILLIAMSBURG Berry Patch Collection pays homage to the quality of berries found in Williamsburg during the 18^th century. Viewers can purchase raspberry, strawberry and blueberry plants from WILLIAMSBURG for their own gardens. The Shade Tolerant Collection is ideal for gardens with partial or deep shade. Christmas Fern and Hellebores, Virginia Bluebells, and Lily of the Valley, thrive in darker environments

For those with sunny gardens, the Alexander Craig Collection is ideal. Garden Phlox, Hollyhock, and Daylilies soften fence lines and add color. Iris is also prevalent throughout Colonial Williamsburg's gardens. The flowers grow easily and add bold texture to flower borders. The Three Seasons of Iris Collection invites QVC viewers to bring irises into their gardens.

Early plant explorers were amazed by Virginia's plants, especially during autumn when foliage painted the landscape with robust colors. Not just a one season collection, the Fall Foliage Collection provides attractive blooms and fruits that will flourish all year.

During the 18^th century, the finest gardens were found at the Governor's Palace, the inspiration for the Governor's Palace Collection. Colorful ornamental flowers are a pleasure to look at and give all gardeners a green thumb.

The WILLIAMSBURG® brand offers fresh designs in all categories of home and gift. With products inspired by the 18th century and designed for today's lifestyle, WILLIAMSBURG is the preeminent leader of American style. Sales of WILLIAMSBURG products support the preservation, research and educational programs of The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. www.colonialwilliamsburg.com.

SOURCE The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation