Private gardens opened for public viewing during popular Kansas City garden tour
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ive private gardens are opened to the public during the Johnson County K-State Research and Extension Master Gardener Public Garden Tour, May 21 and 22. Kansas City’s premier garden tour is an opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the most beautiful private gardens in Kansas City. Each garden is owned and maintained by an Extension Master Gardener. The gardens are selected for their individual qualities and personalities with something for every taste. These five gardens are nestled in the heart of Johnson County and their proximity makes this a fun outing. Themes for the garden are: Faulkner Garden An Artful Gardener Come and see this professional artist’s playful and charming garden featuring one-of-a-kind art pieces blended lovingly with beautiful plantings. The use of space, color, texture and balance highlight her talents both as an artist and as a gardener. Bergmann Garden Woodland Possibilities Is shade your thing? Looking for new and creative ideas to landscape your shady garden spot? Step out of the sun and see how refreshing a shade garden can be! Padley Garden Serenity at the Water’s Edge Upon entering this exquisite landscape, the design talent of the garden owner will be evident. A waterfall, unique metal gazebo, thriving plants, and a lovely pond as a backdrop will be sure to impress! Reichel Garden Botanical Elegance Elegance greets you at this lovely gem inspired by the picturesque European gardens. With enchanting fountains and perfectly placed plantings, this gifted garden owner will have you in awe of her landscape design talent. Householder Garden Countryside Collection Enter this garden and experience what it’s like to leave the city behind and escape to the country. Raised beds with veggies and herbs and a cozy firepit are a few of the unique features you will enjoy. Don’t miss the garden boutique at the Householder Garden. Extension Master Gardener volunteers have created unique garden gifts, including fairy houses, hand-painted silk scarves, steppingstones and, a tour favorite, one-of-akind sand-casted leaves. 26
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This tour is popular because the owners are passionate about gardening and have transformed suburban lots into their personal oasis. The garden owners and Extension Master Gardener volunteers will be on hand to answer questions. Visitors receive information about the garden’s development, along with educational tips to take home and incorporate into their own landscapes. Photography is encouraged. Tour tickets are $20. Purchase tickets at the Johnson County Extension website or at the office. Tickets are also available at any Johnson County Hen House Market, Family Tree Nursery, Suburban Lawn and Garden, and Kansas Grass Pad locations. Tickets will be available at the gardens during tour days. Maps and directions are provided with each ticket. Take a virtual tour or purchase tickets at www.johnson.k-state. edu or call (913) 715-7000.
