The Next Garden Tour Returns in 2027

Anticipated: June 2027

Now Accepting Garden Submissions for the 2027 Tour

We’re currently seeking gardens for the 2027 Collister Garden Tour. Submissions must be received by June 1, 2026.

Nominate your own garden — or recommend a garden you admire — by completing the submission form below today.

Priority Tour Areas

To create a cohesive and walkable tour, we are especially seeking gardens located in the following areas:

  • Hawthorne Dr. (between Catalpa and Taft)

  • Sycamore Dr. (between Catalpa and Taft)

  • Catalpa Dr. from N. Oak Pk Pl. to Collister Dr., including connecting streets

  • Streets accessed from Sycamore Dr.:
    N. Barberry Dr., N. Red Oak Dr., W. Magnolia St., W. Forsythia Dr., W. Shasta St.

  • Streets accessed from Collister Dr.:
    W. Bloom St. (east of Collister), W. Samara St., N. Lloyd St.

  • In-fill developments on Collister Drive between State Street and W. Bloom

All Garden Styles Welcome

Big or small. Formal or free-form.
Hardscape or rewilding. Sculpture or water features.
Flowers, shrubs, trees, evergreens, grasses, or container gardens.

Whatever your style—if it’s creatively crafted and thoughtfully curated—we want to see it.

We’re looking for variety, inspiration, and gardens of all sizes to create a rich and engaging tour experience.

What Past Garden Hosts Have Said

When my garden was on the tour, it became a wonderful opportunity to meet neighbors and fellow gardeners of all levels. Everyone was incredibly respectful of my space, and the volunteers made hosting easy. I shared my work-in-progress garden to show what’s possible in a small space—and it turned into a truly positive, community-building experience.

— Isabelle Genovese

I wasn’t sure my garden was “tour worthy,” but I’m so glad I said yes. Connecting with other garden lovers was a highlight, and opening my space made all the time and effort feel especially meaningful. It even inspired me to tackle a few long-overdue projects.

— Kristen Carrico

I was a bit nervous about welcoming so many unfamiliar visitors into my garden, but it turned into a wonderful day. Sharing my space brought me joy and a real sense of connection with others who love gardening. I feel grateful to have participated—and would do it again in a heartbeat.

— Cathy Camp

How to Submit

Submissions must be received by June 1, 2026.

Simply complete the nomination form to be considered for the 2027 tour.

You may nominate:

  • Your own garden

  • A neighbor or friend’s garden you admire

Your information will not be sold or shared.  It will be used purely for the purpose of selecting gardens for the tour.

If you have questions, please email gardentour@collister.org