Visit Monrovia's Demonstration Garden for Design Inspiration

Monrovia Growers, a major Western ornamental producer, maintains a 6-acre demonstration garden at its Dayton, Oregon growing grounds—arboretum-like paths around a large pond and waterfall. As fall planting season begins, it's a great time to visit and see how trees, shrubs, and perennials might fit your landscape.

Though wholesale-only, Monrovia plants are sold by retail nurseries. This month look for: flowering grasses (Miscanthus 'Cabaret'), 'Nearly Wild' and 'Knockout' roses, perennials (black-eyed Susan, gaura, Russian sage).

Open weekdays by appointment (limited parking). Call 800/666-9321 to schedule and get directions.