What is a Demonstration Garden?

A master gardener demonstration garden is an educational space that teaches gardening techniques and best practices: 

• Purpose

  Demonstration gardens teach gardening for health, aesthetics, and culinary purposes. They can also showcase plants that grow well in the local climate and soil. 

• Features

  Demonstration gardens can include a variety of gardens, such as vegetable gardens, herb gardens, and gardens that demonstrate a positive impact on the community. 

• Activities

  Visitors can learn about: 

  • Planting techniques 

  • Transplanting 

  • Rooting 

  • Plant identification 

  • Landscape design 

  • Insect control and identification 

  • Recommended planting practices 

  • Overall garden care 

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The Louisa Extension master gardeners have two demonstration gardens listed below.