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Discover the Master Gardener Demonstration Garden


Explore water-wise landscaping techniques and sustainable gardening practices at Placer County's newest demonstration garden: the UC Master Gardeners of Placer County Demonstration Garden at the Loomis Library and Community Learning Center. Spearheaded by the UC Master Gardeners of Placer County, the demonstration garden replaced over 11,000 square feet of lawn to serve as a valuable community resource.

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A Learning Hub

The demonstration garden provides a great opportunity to see expert methods for creating a water-wise and wildlife-friendly garden that attracts pollinators and supports local biodiversity. Each plant is labeled and has a QR code providing additional information. The garden also hosts free workshops, community classes, and events throughout the year.

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Diverse Plantings

The garden showcases 12 unique areas with over 85 plant varieties. From California natives to pollinators, each section offers insights into plants that thrive in our region.

Learn about the dwarf apple trees that have been “espaliered”—pruned to grow on a fence or trellis—featured in the garden

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Designed with Water Efficiency in Mind

PCWA invested over $22,000 in rebates and sponsorships to help fund the makeover from thirsty lawn to native and low-water plants suited to our local climate and the installation of an efficient irrigation system.

The garden features alternatives to traditional lawns with a no-mow turf area and incorporates advanced irrigation technology, including drip systems and smart sprinkler timers.

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HOA-Friendly Approaches

The HOA-friendly area showcases how native plants can be incorporated into residential landscapes while maintaining a tidy appearance and meeting architectural guidelines for many homeowner’s associations. Many of these plants are also deer-resistant.

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Fruitful Displays

Explore the small orchard, showcasing fruit trees trained on trellises and grown in large pots. From apples and pears to berries and herbs, the garden demonstrates how to cultivate delicious produce in a backyard setting.

Visit the Garden

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Location: Loomis Library and Community Learning Center at 6050 Library Drive in Loomis

Hours: Open during regular library hours

Admission and parking: Free of charge

Learn more: Scan the QR code below, or visit https://pcmg.ucanr.edu/Demonstration_Garden

Loomis Demonstration Garden QR Code

Scan this QR code with your phone to visit https://pcmg.ucanr.edu/Demonstration_Garden.

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Rebates Available!

PCWA offers rebates for homes and businesses wishing to undertake their own garden transformation. Learn more by visiting our Rebate Programs Page.

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