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North Suburban
Pond & Garden Walk
August 1 & 2, 2020
Hours: 10 AM - 6 PM
(except where noted)
Welcome to the 2020 North Suburban Pond & Garden Walk; a self-guided walk open to all. You can visit the yards in any order you want, just
note which yards are open one day only. If you have visited our yards before, we look forward to seeing you, your family, and friends again.
Most walks require a fee to acquire a list of yards. We want our walk to be free, but will accept donations at any of the locations so we can
continue to provide this walk and share our love of gardening with you and others. Please bring masks and use in accordance with each home
owner’s request.
E-mail us via the website or comment on Facebook and let us know how you enjoyed the walk and send some of your favorite pictures too!
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1. 235 Greenwood Road, Glenview Esther
Garden style: A little wild, a little controlled, and a little whimsy. The yard is going through a transition since some trees have died and
affected my shade garden. There are wildflowers, perennials, roses, annuals, veggies, a small raspberry patch, 3 ponds, and an arbor with a
deck. The largest pond, 6000-gallons, was built for turtles, some which I’ve had since a kid. Most of the various species of turtles are
“rescued” unwanted pets. There’s also a frog pond which is loaded with plants where much is “harvested” as food for the turtles.
Gump, a rescued tortoise, is the boss of the yard. He has forced me to do a lot of gardening in pots since he can eat an entire flower bed in a
matter of minutes. Check out how big Gump is now, possibly feed him, or you can hold a smaller aquatic or box turtle.
No parking in driveway. Park on the gravel shoulder of Greenwood – best on west side, or on side streets 1/4 block north or south.
Please respect other guests by keeping your distance and put your mask on if others are around.
2. 2822 Covert Road, Glenview Ann & George
Some people collect antiques, some people collect dolls, I am a collector of flowers. By adding a pond to our backyard in 2014, I was able to add
to my collection. My style is neat and tidy, but sometimes one just has to roll with it. So drop by and check out my obsession, there’s always
something new to see.
Open Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM, Sunday 12 PM – 4 PM
Please socially distance and put your mask on if others are around.
3. 8201 Norma Court, Niles Vicki & Bert
We invite you to visit our beautiful backyard oasis. Our pond is home to some friendly koi and comets always ready to be hand fed as well as
frog residents. Our retreat also includes a gnome/fairy garden and an abundance of whimsical yard art guaranteed to catch your attention. We
know you will feel refreshed from the sights and sounds of cascading water!
Due to Covid, we ask that all visitors wear masks upon entering as well as keep social distance.
4. 2748 Norwood Terrace, Glenview Bob & Marsha
We have an 8000 gallon pond with a waterfall. A 2000 gallon collection pond drains into the larger main pond. Ponds have an elaborate filtration
system in a nearby shed. Wooded and floral landscaping.
We may or may not be present, so just walk in the gate next to the garage and enjoy the view.
Face covering recommended.
Note: Bathrooms are NOT available at houses
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5. 3404 Meadow Lane, Glenview Delores & Dave
This year our garden is spectacular! Our 4,000 gallon pond has 20 koi! They are always hungry.
We would love to share and have you enjoy the miracle of nature.
Sunday viewing only
Please enter backyard at left of home and go thru the gate.
Please respect other guests by wearing masks and social distancing.
6. 1237 Longmeadow Drive, Glenview John & Lynne
Six years ago, we started with a small vegetable garden to test the water in our new pastime. Since then we have taken our interest in
gardening and the outdoors to the next level we have incorporated ornamental trees from near and far including Colorado, Indiana, and Ohio.
Hosta islands, butterfly flowers, raspberry and blackberry bushes, tomato plant island and much, much more. A few years ago we added six rain
barrels and two water pits we use to maintain the garden. This past year we installed solar panels that we use to power the house and charge
our Tesla model X. Our newest and most exciting addition to the house is John’s Beehive.
NOT open Saturday, open Sunday 12 PM – 4 PM
When walking up the driveway enter the backyard on the right/south side, exit on the north side.
Face coverings & social distancing
7. 734 Windsor Road, Glenview Dolph
Primarily Native Plant Garden
A certified National Wildlife Federation garden
A certified Bird and Butterfly Sanctuary with the Illinois Audubon Society (illinoisaudubon.org)
A pollinator-friendly garden with the Xerces Society (xerces.org)
A certified Monarch Waystation by Monarch Watch (manarchwatch.org)
View gardens from street only, do not enter property.
8. 3029 Simpson Street (aka Golf Road), Evanston Linda
Surprisingly large yard on a busy street. Eclectic planting with blooms, a goldfish pond with waterfall, vegetables, dog run, shade garden and
compost system. New rock and stone landscaping. Visit includes a garden mural and secret garden.
Saturday August 1 - no visits before noon, Sunday open all day
Google maps may show Simpson Street as Golf Road. We have a fire hydrant in our front yard, so pull into the driveway immediately to the east
of hydrant. Park in the driveway and walk to the backyard along the east walkway. Dogs will be in the house, but if they are out on potty break
in the yard, just holler and I will put them inside.
Please wear masks.
9. 1129 McDaniel Avenue, Evanston Fern
Four water features including a pond and water wall. I’ve been working on the front and
the back for 15 years and they are ever evolving. The backyard is over 50% shade so I’ve
been contending with that and I do believe I have found a good balance between leaves
and flowers.
Free jumpseed plants for anyone that wants them.
Side gate will be open so walk right back.
Please wear face mask when in the backyard.
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10. 8101 Keeler Avenue, Skokie John & Harriet
This is the first year for our 18” raised metal beds in the front vegetable garden. The plants clearly like the raised beds because they are
crazy big, with cucumber, bean, pumpkin, and zucchini vines climbing up and over the arbor. The arbor is 7 feet high & 8 feet long. It is made
from 2 curved cattle fencing panels. We saw this in a magazine. The garden also has tomatoes, peppers, broccoli, radishes, carrots, & cabbage.
The back yard has a nice sized pond with a substantial stone waterfall, water lilies, cattails and other plants, plus 40-50 goldfish
Various flower beds showcase tall phlox, cone flowers & much more.
Enter through the gate next to the driveway.
All visitors must wear masks and practice social distancing at all times. Only one family group allowed near the pond at a time.
11. 838 Leyden Lane, Wilmette Patti & Sheldon
Our garden has a bit of everything – veggie garden, pond, perennials, pollinators, annuals, and several sitting areas. We have a rain garden & rain
barrels. Mostly native plants.
Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM, Sunday 12 PM – 4 PM
Park on west side of street.
We have set up a one-way route for distancing.
12. 1615 Mount Pleasant Street, Northfield Jean
Many perennials! A pond that is in an enclosed space surrounded by a fence of vines. My yard has three garden areas, also a fairy garden on my
parkway.
Open Saturday only
13. 1149 White Mountain Drive, Northbrook Donna & Terry
We have a Northbrook Monarch waystation with native plants, vegetables and herbs in the “farm” and lots of shade loving and woodland plants in
a restful garden to meander through.
No parking in the driveway, plenty of street parking. Enter on the right side of the driveway and follow the signs throughout the garden.
Masks are mandatory and please practice social distancing – I promised the neighbors.
14. 4095 Pamella Lane, Northbrook Erika & Eberhard
You are welcome to our beautiful flower garden with a pond that has a waterfall and koi. Pond goes into a stream with a bridge. Everything is
started from seeds and cuttings from around 350 plants saved in our greenhouse over winter.
Park on street
Please wear face coverings and allow social distance precautions.
Note: Bathrooms are not available at houses.
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15. 1321 N. Peartree Lane, Mount Prospect Charleen
My garden pulls me out of any problem I may have and it is a little bit of heaven.
A Botanic Oasis, with lots of diverse planting over the last FIFTY SIX YEARS‼
Bird houses, water fountains and a pond with a little waterfall.
Love to see you in my garden to relax and leave all the stress behind you.
Open Saturday only
16. 1324 N. Peachtree Lane, Mount Prospect Gail
I welcome you to my yard. It has been a work in progress for 23 years. I have a variety of hostas, a wild milkweed area, a majestic carving of
an eagle on its nest and a pond that my husband and I did ourselves.
Open Saturday only
Enter the yard on the south side of the house, the side the garage is on. “Beware of dog” sign is on the gate but the dogs will be in the house.
No Covid precautions necessary.
17. 106 Elm Street, Prospect Heights Rob & Colleen
We are five years into our great gardening adventure and spend many hours trimming and pruning the 50+ unique
conifer trees that decorate our backyard living space. Our “rustic mountain oasis” contains multiple waterfalls,
and a 5,000 gallon pond “eco-system” that harvests and recirculates rain water. The crushed stone fire pit area
leads to second waterfall and walking trail area. This year, we added a few wooden bridges so that adventurers
can walk the entire yard without having to “hop over” a stream or ravine. At the back of the yard, we’ve
installed a special “native” feature that is truly unique.
Open Sunday only, 10AM – 5PM
Please come prepared with a mask or face covering and follow recommended social distancing protocols.
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