LAKE COUNTY — Residents in five communities across the Region will open their gardens for the upcoming Lake County Master Gardeners Association annual Garden Walk on Sunday, June 30.
“Visitors can expect to see a variety of beautiful flowers, plants, and landscaping designs in the gardens,” Garden walk chair Petra Julian said. “Each garden has its own unique style and features, creating a diverse and enjoyable experience for visitors.”
Rain or shine, eight gardens in Cedar Lake, Dyer, St. John, Schererville and Munster will be on display from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Master Gardeners and the homeowners will be on site to share their experiences with gardening and answer questions, Julian said.
The Lake County Master Gardeners will host its annual Garden Walk from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. rain or shine on June 30.
Provided by the Lake County Master Gardeners
LCMGA is a charitable organization comprised of volunteers who have received education in horticulture through the Purdue Extension Master Gardener Program, Julian said.
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Each year members fundraise to support scholarships for students of horticulture and related studies for grants for local gardening projects that benefit communities in Lake County.
The garden walk and annual plant sale in May support LCMGA’s mission of “Helping Others Grow.” More than $15,000 has been returned to Lake County through previous fundraisers, Julian said.
“By participating in the walk, visitors are not only enjoying a beautiful day outdoors but also contributing to important causes that benefit our community and the environment,” Julian said.
Tickets are available for $15 at several local vendors including: Alsip Home and Nursery, The Artful Garden, Elzinga’s, Leo’s, Mighty Mike’s Tires, Niemeyer’s, Practically Magic, Remus, Walt’s and Bee Quilting and Such. Tickets can also be purchased online at Eventbrite.com.
Three of the homes participating in the garden walk incorporate Japanese themes into the landscaping. Visitors will see a miniature Japanese garden accompanied by a koi pond and fountain, Julian said. A gate enclosure built at another home incorporates Japanese joinery constructed from California Cedar and plaster shipped from Japan.
Garden walk chair Marcia Davidson said another garden is inspired by the gardens of Britain and Europe with a checkerboard pattern in the grass, and an outdoor train with an 80-foot railway.
Two of the homes prioritize pollinators and hummingbirds. Educational information about pollinators and cicadas will be available at a variety of homes, Davidson said.
Vegetables are grown in several gardens, and seeds and door prizes will be available at various locations. LCMGA has also added a cooling station for visitors to get off their feet and have a refreshing drink, Davidson said.
“These eight gardens were chosen because they showcase a range of gardening techniques, designs and plant varieties,” Julian said. “They were selected to provide inspiration and ideas for visitors looking to improve their own gardens.”
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