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Folsom opens its gardens during annual tour

'Gardens of Folsom' spotlights seven private landscapes plus two bonus gardens

Sacramento Digs Gardening
BY Debbie Arrington PUBLISHED APR 26, 2024

Proceeds from the "Gardens of Folsom" tour this weekend support scholarships for local students as well as local garden projects. Courtesy Folsom Garden Club

Folsom celebrates spring in style with the 22nd annual Gardens of Folsom tour.

Hosted by the Folsom Garden Club, this lovely tour showcases gorgeous private gardens – for a good cause. Proceeds support scholarships for local students as well as local garden projects.

Set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 27 and 28, the tour will feature seven private gardens – plus two bonus gardens – within easy driving distance.

Tickets are $20; children and youth age 15 and younger are admitted free with an adult.

“Throughout the gardens, you’ll find master gardeners on hand to answer your gardening questions, and artists painting in the gardens,” say the organizers. “We have a plant sale, too, loaded with horticultural treasures at bargain prices at the Murer House, 1125 Joe Murer Court, Folsom.

“And then there’s our famous bake sale, which offers amazingly yummy delights. Insider tip: the bake sale always sells out fast, so get there early before the tasty treats disappear. Also, enjoy a fabulous on-site food truck and an exciting raffle.”

Tickets are available online via the link below or at the tour’s Garden No. 2, 118 Buck Circle, Folsom, CA.

Details and tickets: https://www.folsomgarden.org/event/2024-garden-tour/ or https://www.folsomgarden.org/.

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