Fair Oaks Horticulture Center (map and directions)
11549 Fair Oaks Boulevard
Fair Oaks, CA 95628

Open gardens are informal FREE events where you roam the gardens, watch what we are doing, see what we are growing and ask questions. Bring samples of your problem plants, mystery pests and questions to the “Ask the Master Gardeners” information table.  Get one-on-one advice based on the most recent research-based sustainable practices.

Special Guest – Lend A Heart, Lend A Hand - Animal Assisted Therapy. Visit them on the gravel access road, adjacent to the Water Efficient Landscape garden. (WEL)

Mini-Talks

• 9:15: Grape Pruning Demonstration. Vineyard

• 9:45: Tomato Cage Composting: The Leprechaun’s Pot o’ Gold.  Upper Arbor

• 10:30: Refresh Salvias and Other Perennials for Better Growth and Blooms.  Water efficient Landscape (WEL) round patio

• 11:15: Strawberries: Variety and Cultivation. Water efficient Landscape (WEL) round patio

This is your last chance to get the 2026 Gardening Guide and Calendar.  Cash or check, only $12!  Or buy online from our website.

Located outside–rain or shine.

No pets, please!

Advice to grow by - Ask us!