A different kind of garden tour. A greener way to landscape: Showcasing water-wise landscapes and demonstrating the how-to. See the gardens, now plan your own!

FEATURING – ‘Drive yourself’ garden tour Grab a friend and enjoy! See the best local gardens reflecting the efficient use of water saving techniques and other River Friendly Landscaping practices.

LEARN – We label plants so you don’t have to guess. A professional commentary on every garden describes why the garden is desirable and doable in our region. Sometimes the tips and stories behind our gardens are as interesting as the gardeners themselves!

SEE – Photo galleries  Online all year round. Be inspired by beautiful water-wise gardens from past tours, professionally photographed by Bruce Robinson. See our Garden Gallery of favorites near the registration area on tour day.

EXPERTS

• Professional Design Advice  New this year! On the spot $30 for 30-minute consultations with APLD Landscape Designers. Bring your photos, plans, drawings, ideas, and we’ll head you in the right direction.  For appointments: Gary Kernick 916 835-6920 info@changeofseasons.net
• Ask the Experts   Featuring the UC Master Gardeners Plant Clinic. Questions answered; bring your garden mysteries in a sealed plastic bag.

WIN! – Enter to Win  One lucky Elk Grove resident wins a free water-wise design makeover.

SNEAK PEEK – 2016  Our Elk Grove tour includes California natives in a rain garden, a family friendly courtyard garden , a woodland garden by an expert plantsman, a sharp modern garden, a hummingbird garden, a butterfly garden, and an all-star favorite. Color, style and creativity!

GO THERE – April 23 Elk Grove, 10 AM-4 PM – Pick up a map at the parking lot of Green Acres Elk Grove, 9220 East Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624. – Register online      www.elkgrovegreenergardens.org

See the gardens, now plan your own!

For more information contact:  Soleil Tranquilli, 916-685-8010, SoleilPaz@aol.com