The Sherwood Demonstration Garden is a must-visit attraction for all avid gardeners and nature lovers visiting the Sierra Foothills. You can visit the garden to find out all about the latest research into sustainable gardening practices including water-wise gardening, pest-management practices and much more. The Demonstration Garden is divided into 16 separate themed gardens which are sure to inspire you. Some of the highlights of your visit will include the Rose Garden, the Japanese Garden, the Butterfly Garden and the Mediterranean Garden. The best way to appreciate the garden is to join a guided tour.

Address: Sherwood Demonstration Garden, El Dorado Canter, Folsom Lake College, 6699 Campus Drive, Placerville, CA 95667, Phone: 530-306-5153

Go star gazing at the Community Observatory Take a tour of The Gold Bug mine at Hangtown’s Gold Bug Park Go wine tasting at Lava Cap Winery Visit Holly’s Hill Vineyard Taste Boeger Winery wines Relax surrounded by nature at Eldorado National Forest Try your luck at the Red Hawk Casino Step back in time at El Dorado County Historical Museum Stop by the bakery at the Larsen Apple Ranch and Barn Pick up delicious lunch at Boa Vista Orchards Have breakfast at High Hill Ranch Book a vineyard tour at Miraflores Winery Tour the David Girard Vineyards Lear about sustainable gardening practices at the Sherwood Demonstration Garden Attend an event at Narrow Gate Vineyards Enjoy mountain views from the Sierra Vista Winery and Vineyards Take an informative orchard tour at Grandpa’s Cellar Visit El Dorado County Fair Hike along El Dorado Trail Dine at Casa Los Abuelos Have lunch at Sweetie Pie’s Have a romantic dinner at The Independent Dine at Bricks

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