Sherwood Demonstration Garden, Placerville

About Sherwood Demonstration Garden

Sherwood Demonstration Garden in Placerville offers visitors a hands-on experience exploring sustainable gardening practices suited to the west slope of El Dorado County. The garden features sixteen individual demonstration areas, including a Shade Garden, Rock Garden, and All-Stars Garden, connected by a looped walking path. Master Gardeners lead visitors through displays showcasing research-based horticultural and pest management techniques appropriate for various environments and skill levels. The garden hosts free public education classes covering gardening topics, and group tours are available by arrangement. Visitors explore the gardens during limited operating hours, which vary seasonally. The location at El Dorado Center at Folsom Lake College in Placerville provides a community resource where families, gardeners of all experience levels, and people of all ages and backgrounds can learn practical gardening methods. Children must be accompanied by adults throughout the garden visit.