Explore 7 Unique Home Gardens
Start and end at any home. Go at your own pace. Rain or shine—bring water and an umbrella. (Postponement or cancellation only in the case of severe weather.) View map and details below.
$10 minimum donation per person. Donate here or at your first garden on the tour. If donating online, please show your donation receipt at the first garden you visit.
Reaves Home - 1601 S. 5th Ave
This shaded woodland garden features considered stonework, as well as the sculpture “Grow” by Tim Adams from the 2018 Sculpture Walk.
McNamara Home - 1710 S. 4th Ave
The highlights of this contemporary garden are the peaceful atmosphere, the variety of plants and textures, and the way the garden spaces flow together to create a relaxing retreat. The owner’s favorite aspect is how it changes throughout the season and always offers something new to enjoy.
Clouse Home - 201 E. 26th St
In keeping with the cottage charm of this 1910 home, its densely planted cottage and naturalistic gardens are centered on the principles of beauty, abundance, healing, and ecological stewardship. It features hundreds of native plants, a kitchen garden, bird and pollinator habitats, and sustainable, nature-based practices.
McDowell Home - 1321 S. 2nd Ave
The original Tudor revival cottage built in 1924 consisted of 40 different types of plantings. With the expansion of the home and grounds, the garden has evolved into a more formal setting primarily composed of layers of boxwood and hydrangea. Custom trellises and vines appear throughout the property which add to the garden’s formality.
Haugen Home - 1203 S. Phillips Ave
A charming cottage garden
Larsen Home - 1207 S. 2nd Ave
A garden packed with perennials and very little lawn. Of all the plants, the owner’s favorites are the hostas, lilies, and daylilies. (Note that this garden was hit especially hard by hail in late May and the damage will be visible.)
Stowers Home - 412 E. 21st St
This home on the Boulevard features a variety of gardens for exploring: wildflowers for birds, butterflies, and pollinators, native plants, perennials, hops, hostas, and strolling the yard just to discover what’s in bloom.