Garden Walk 2011
Sunday, July 17, 2011 —  10 am to 3 pm
The 8 gardens offer a variety to suit the taste of one and all! It's free!
Garden Walk brochures, including maps, are available at our sponsors' locations
including Pioneer Seed Store, 118 S. Villa Ave., Villa Park IL and the Villa Park Library,
306 S. Ardmore, Villa Park IL (Monday - Saturday).

Garden #1 Addison

Did you know Guido speaks four languages? But the most universal language is not spoken - Gardening!
And Guido’s garden comes across loud and clear - Spectacular! Garden is complete with suburban fruit orchard,
impressive vegetable garden, rain water collection system,
grape arbor, annuals, perennials and much more. This year's special: 100 tomato plants!

Backyard Surprise! Large 1/2 acre property with natural beauty. Features expansive woodland
setting. Variety of annuals, perennials shrubs and trees. A garden with character and plenty to see.

Garden #3 Lombard

A Garden Oasis! Beautifully kept beds from front to backyard with adorable garden ornaments. Lots
of annuals, perennials, and shrubs create a variety of “outdoor rooms.” Features pond,
screened sitting areas, and custom greenhouse. Come and be inspired by the homeowner’s passion. A must see.

Garden #4 Villa Park

A must see - beautifully landscaped property starts at the front yard. Homeowner likes to experiment
with leaf texture and create visual interest - and what a success. Neatly planted and groomed annuals,
perennials, shrubs and trees root happily here. Backyard features creative rock stacking. Plenty to see..

Garden #5 Villa Park

Large garden is set on one acre with nice collection of annuals, perennials, and shrubs - all neatly
placed for your enjoyment! Garden features weaving paths and islands of color. Peaceful garden is oasis
to many birds that chirp in appreciation. Large vegetable patch (no samples please!)

Garden #6  Oak Brook

Multi Theme Garden! Front yard features Japanese Garden with fountains. Backyard is Italian
style with beautiful statue planters, several cacti topiary, hydrangea,vines and tropical’s.
Side gardenis decorated in French Bistro.

Garden #7  Elmhurst
Nice collection of annuals and established perennials. Garden is neatly edges with stones.
Arch with bench accents back of yard to create nice focal point.

Garden #8  Elmhurst Conservatory
Original Elmhurst Conservatory built in 1923 features large cacti, tropical’s and annuals.
Courtyard on south side of conservatory features Formal Gardens; Herbal Gardens; Shade
Gardens and arches with colorful vines. Great garden ideas.