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Garden Tour

Sunday, April 26, 11 a.m to 5 p.m--The Hillside Gardeners of Montclair present a tour of 8 spectacular Oakland gardens.

Come see how gardeners cope with challenges of drought as well as excess water (yes, it’s a problem in wet years).

Get new ideas on water conservation and water drainage techniques.

A variety of gardens are on the show. A water efficient succulent garden, a native plants garden, a creek side garden with ferns/ligularia, to name just a few.

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Don’t miss our boutique featuring potted plants and handcrafted items.

Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at gate.

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Proceeds benefit horticultural scholarships, conservation organizations, Oakland public parks and California National Forests.

For tickets and garden descriptions go to www.hillsidegardeners.com

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