A Garden Lover’s Dream Wedding Venue: Wollam Gardens in Jeffersonton, VA

As wedding planners, we’re always drawn to venues that feel intentional—places where the setting doesn’t just host a wedding, but actively shapes the experience. Recently, we had the opportunity to visit Wollam Gardens and spend time with its owner, Bob Wollam. It quickly became clear why this venue is so beloved by couples who dream of a wedding immersed in nature.

Located in Jeffersonton, Virginia, Wollam Gardens is a working flower farm with decades of history, thoughtfully transformed into a wedding venue that celebrates seasonal beauty, craftsmanship, and simplicity.

Photo from Wollam Garden's Website (https://wollamgardens.com/wedding-venue/)

Where the Garden Is the Design

For couples who love gardens, flowers, and the rhythm of the seasons, Wollam Gardens offers something truly special. Rather than designing around the landscape, weddings here are designed with it. From lush ceremony spaces surrounded by blooms to the handcrafted pavilion that anchors receptions, the venue feels organic, romantic, and quietly breathtaking.

Every visit feels different depending on the time of year—spring blossoms, summer abundance, early fall textures—making each wedding inherently one-of-a-kind without needing excessive décor.

A Thoughtful, Flexible Space for Intentional Celebrations

One of the things we appreciate most as planners is how well Wollam Gardens balances beauty with functionality. The layout allows for a natural guest flow from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception, while still offering flexibility for unique timelines and personal touches.

Couples who value:

• Outdoor ceremonies with a true garden backdrop

• Relaxed, elevated receptions

• Bringing in trusted vendor teams

• A setting that feels authentic rather than over-produced

will find Wollam Gardens to be an ideal match.

A Venue Rooted in Care and Craft

Meeting with Bob and learning more about the heart behind Wollam Gardens reinforced what we already sensed walking the property—this is a venue built with care. There’s a genuine respect for the land, the flowers, and the couples who choose to celebrate here. That intention translates directly into the guest experience and the overall feel of wedding days hosted on the property.

Why We Love Pairing Garden Venues with Thoughtful Planning

Garden venues like Wollam Gardens shine brightest when paired with intentional planning and expert coordination. Thoughtful timelines, weather-aware logistics, and a design approach that enhances (rather than competes with) the natural setting are key to making the day feel seamless.

For couples who want their wedding to feel grounded, personal, and beautifully unrushed, Wollam Gardens provides the perfect canvas.

A Photographer’s Dream in Full Bloom

We also love seeing how beautifully Wollam Gardens translates through the lens. Our friends at The Virginia Wedding Photographer recently captured an engagement session on the property, and the variety of backdrops was nothing short of incredible. From open fields of marigolds to lush aisles of hydrangeas, every turn of the garden offered a new, naturally stunning setting. It’s the kind of venue where couples don’t need to search for photo locations—the beauty unfolds effortlessly around them, making it a dream not only for weddings, but for engagement sessions as well.