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Dan & Sallie Pool: Approaching the parsonage at St John’s Church, you will be struck by the beauty of the cottage gardens in front, which will lead you to the charm of the backyard setting. Follow the whimsical pallet walkway to discover the not-so-secret gardens worthy of any fairytale. Flowers are the name of the game here, and pollinators are our special guests. Whether in the shade of a black walnut tree or in full sun, something is blooming. Simple trellises, archways, and birdhouses draw you further into the storybook, inviting you to stay awhile. So please do. (Parking is located in the back of the church)
2. Susan Motroni: My garden is planted by relatives and friends. There’s Joe Pye Weed from Abby; Phlox from Elsie; Lily of the Valley from Marlene; Primrose grows where a tree used to grow and inside the hollow is a new Rose Bush. Alice gave me Bearded Tongue, and Daylilies, from Missey. Scattered among the flowers is a concrete rhubarb leaf, along with sculptures of birds, bunnies, fish, and a very distinguished pig! Mosaics fill in bare spots and cracks made from Mom’s Sunday dishes and Aunt Virginia’s plates. There’s Larkspur and Kiss me over the Garden Gate, mingling with Queen Anne’s Lace; Bee Balm, and Coneflowers. It’s a little bit wild and whimsey, and a lovely spot for a book and a beverage. Enjoy!
3. Danette and Randy Hunt: For 22 years, Danette and Randy have enjoyed transforming the yard surrounding their nearly 100-year-old home to create a pleasant place to spend time with their family and friends. As you enter their backyard through a gate and arbor, you step onto a large shaded brick patio surrounded by trees, perennial beds, shrubs, and flower pots. Steps and paths lead down to a sunken lawn surrounded by even more trees, beds, and shrubs, all enclosed by a brick wall. Look for hidden surprises scattered amidst the landscape as you stroll or just sit for a spell.
4. Cal Quimby & Barb Walker: Originally our yard began as a bare hillside in 1995. Barb’s son Casey, began the transformation by digging the pond and forming the waterfall. We have planted various types of conifers. The main focus is a 25-year-old Weeping Norway Spruce in our front yard. We continued improving the waterfall and upgrading the system. Beds of perennials, hostas, daylilies, and ornamental grasses have been added. With family help, we built the brick driveway, walkways, and a flagstone patio. Due to nature with the Derecho of 2020 and a hungry mink attack in 2021, which devastated our pond, we have been forced to start over with new baby Koi. We enjoy our hobby of plants and ponds as we relax to the sound of the waterfall and the various birds it attracts. (Park across the street at Bickelhaupt Arboretum)
5. Bernie & Jackie Vogel: My garden and yard are a mixture of delight to the eye and satisfaction to taste. The variety of flowers includes everything from roses, phlox, wildflowers, and zinnias, attracting many butterflies and birds. I also hear from many people passing by how much they enjoy their beauty. I also grow a variety of fruits and vegetables; apples and peaches, asparagus, beets, sweet corn, and zucchini just to name a few, for my family and friends to enjoy.
6. Dave & Mary Meyer: Our yard occupies 2.25 acres with over twelve species of trees. The vegetable garden alone is 6,000 square feet with various vegetables and fruits. A man-made pond facilitates drainage for a large area. A variety of perennials including daylilies and irises plus floral shrubs provide color. Also, for our enjoyment, there is a large display of cacti.
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