Oasis in Ranchos Garden Tour

Finding reasons to be outside became the catalyst for the creation of a succession of patio and pathway projects, each intended to capture a particular mountain view, the expanse of the plateau, Taos lights, the sun rising or setting, or shelter in the shade. The Homeowner began 5 years ago creating a border of shrubs and perennials along the eastern and southern edges. That first winter they did much of the hardscape and added what I call the Winter Sunset Patio, surrounded by a low wall intended to look like old ruins. The eastern perennial and annuals garden was planted the following year after building a wall and fence, as well as another patio and pathways which lead around the three sections. Three years ago the northern garden, patio, walkway and entrance trellis was built.  Last year the final western facing section was created with a small patio beneath a cottonwood tree, a pathway boarded on both sides with perennials, leading to the garden trellis entrance.This spring they removed a small section of the eastern garden and two raised beds, excavating for a pond.

One of the greatest things about a garden to the Homeowners is how they can recreate and reimagine it each year, a favored activity they wish never loses its appeal.

This year we are requesting a modest $10 registration fee from members to attend each of these tours as a means of fundraising. The funds raised will benefit the operations of the club and will provide resources for community projects. Each member will be encouraged to bring one non-paying guest to attend each tour in the hopes that this exposure will incentivize increased membership.  There will be a need for up to 3 docents.  If you sign up as a docent, you will not pay $10 and you will assist with parking and/or guiding visitors around the garden.