Posted: June 8, 2026
Community members of all ages are invited to explore the beauty and educational value of local gardens during the first-ever Demonstration Garden Open Days hosted by the Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Bucks County.
Demonstration Garden with Native Flowers and Trees, Photo Credit: Master Gardeners of Bucks County
The Demonstration Open Garden Days is a series of free, family-friendly events taking place on three dates throughout the summer and early fall at demonstration gardens across Bucks County. Visitors will have the opportunity to tour vibrant gardens designed, planted, and maintained by the Master Gardeners of Bucks County while also learning practical, research-based gardening techniques focused on sustainability, pollinator support, native plants, and home food production.
Each event will offer opportunities to connect directly with Master Gardeners and explore a variety of garden styles and educational themes.
Visitors can enjoy:
- Seasonal gardening demonstrations
- Science-based gardening advice
- Family-friendly activities
- Refreshments and giveaways
"At our demonstration gardens, we showcase sustainable gardening practices using plants that thrive in Bucks County's climate and soils with minimal maintenance," said Ken Speers, Master Gardener and Open Day Committee Chair, "These gardens also demonstrate the important role plants play in supporting pollinators, managing stormwater, growing food, and creating welcoming community spaces."
Event Schedule
Saturday, June 20, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Hidden Gem Where Horticulture And History Meet
James-Lorah Memorial Home Gardens
100 North Broad Street, Doylestown, PA 18901
Saturday, July 25, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
"Be a Bee" Photo Op That Will Enthrall All Ages
Quakertown Native Pollinator Garden at Fourth Street Park
301 W. Mill Street, Quakertown, PA 18951
Raised-bed Veggie Garden That Supports Local Food Pantry
Quakertown Educational Community Garden
670 S. Main Street, Quakertown, PA 18951
Kid-friendly Bird Blind Hidden in Native Plants, Shrubs, & Trees
Central Park Native Demonstration Garden
425 Wells Road, Doylestown, PA 18901
Seed Saving and Winter Sowing For Your Own Native Plants
Tyler State Park Native Garden
101 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA 18940
Bug Snug Habitat In a Pocket Park Demos How to Plant This-not-that
Lower Makefield Township Native Plant Demonstration Garden
1100 Edgewood Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Teaching Garden That Supports Community Food Bank
Adams Hollow Community Garden
591 Jefferson Ave, Bristol, PA 19007
Saturday, September 12, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
A Garden to Engage the Senses — Sight, Smell, Hearing, and Touch
Sensory Garden at the Middletown Grange
576 Penns Park Rd, Newtown, PA 18940
Pollinator-friendly Plants, Herbs, and Cutting Gardens
Garden at the Middletown Grange
576 Penns Park Rd, Newtown, PA 18940
Whether you're a beginner gardener or a seasoned grower, the Demonstration Garden Open Days provides inspiration, practical knowledge, and a chance to connect with your community.
For more information, visit Bucks County Demonstration Gardens.
Follow the Penn State Master Gardeners of Bucks County on social media:
- Facebook — Master Gardeners of Bucks County
- Instagram — @buckcountymastergardeners
About The Penn State Master Gardener Program
The Penn State Master Gardener Program supports the outreach mission of Penn State Extension by providing unbiased research-based information on sustainable horticulture and environmental stewardship to our communities. Master Gardener volunteers receive extensive horticultural training from Penn State faculty and Extension educators. After completing training, volunteers serve their communities through gardening education, youth programming, plant clinics, demonstration gardens, public speaking, social media outreach, and environmental stewardship projects throughout Bucks County.
