Demonstration Gardens

The Shawnee County Extension Master Gardeners established and maintain nine demonstration gardens. From drought tolerant plants, to native plants, shade gardens, sensory gardens, perennials and vegetables, there is something for every home gardener to learn and experience! Select a garden below to learn more!

Backyard Garden (Extension Office)
Native Plant Garden at Cedar Crest
Perennial Garden at Cedar Crest
Prairie Pollinator (Extension Office)
Sensory Demonstration Garden (Gage Park)
Demonstration Vegetable and Community Garden (Events Center Train)
Woodland Garden (Lake Shawnee)
Xeriscape Garden (Extension Office)

Video to come for the Backyard Demonstration Gardens!

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