CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The Champaign County Master Gardeners are thrilled to announce their annual Garden Walk, a beloved community tradition showcasing the beauty of local landscapes. The Garden Walk is a self-guided tour through the stunning private gardens of five Champaign County homeowners and two public gardens. The event, titled Garden Gatherings, is set for June 15, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and tickets are on sale now.
Explore diverse landscapes, from vibrant pollinator pockets to bountiful vegetable patches and tranquil zen-like spaces. Master Gardeners will be on hand at each location to answer your questions, share their expertise, and offer insights into creating your own flourishing garden.
Proceeds from ticket sales support the Champaign County Master Gardeners' numerous community projects. These initiatives include educational gardens at the Champaign County Crisis Nursery, the Idea Garden, and Ying Ying’s Garden.
“Garden Walk is more than just a tour of splendid gardens; it’s a unique opportunity for garden enthusiasts to give back to their community,” added Ginger Boas, University of Illinois Extension County Director. “The funds raised from this event go towards supporting a wide range of educational programs, scholarships, and new horticulture initiatives for individuals of all ages and skill levels.”
Tickets are $10 and free for children ten and under. Advance tickets are sold at Country Arbors Nursery in Urbana (1742 CR 1400 N) and Prairie Gardens in Champaign (3000 W Springfield Ave) by calling the University of Illinois Extension office at 217-333-7672 or online at go.illinois.edu/GardenWalk. If you need an accommodation to participate, contact our office.
For more information about Illinois Extension serving Champaign, Ford, Iroquois, and Vermilion counties can be found at go.illinois.edu/CFIV.
Source: Ryan Pankau, Horticulture Educator, rcpankau@illinois.edu
Valerie Nicolini, Champaign County Master Gardener Coordinator, vln3@illinois.edu
Writer: Mindy Jefferson, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, mindyj@illinois.edu
Illinois Extension leads public outreach for University of Illinois by translating research into action plans that allow Illinois families, businesses, and community leaders to solve problems, make informed decisions, and adapt to changes and opportunities. Illinois Extension is part of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences.