Dennis Patton Garden Gallery Demonstration Garden

 

"Displaying a diverse palette of plants for the home landscape."

The purpose of this teaching garden is to display a diverse palette of plants for the home landscape that demonstrates:

• the tried-and-true as well as the new
• environmentally responsible practices
• varieties suitable for local growing conditions
• broader horizons to please the senses throughout the year

Designed, planted and maintained by Johnson County K-State Research and Extension Master Gardeners, the Dennis Patton Garden Gallery was established in May 2007 and dedicated in memory of Dennis Patton in May of 2025. Many different plants were used in pursuit of diversity and were selected for:

• ornamental characteristics,
• environmental-friendliness,
• reduced maintenance,
• and innovative garden design.

A collection of small trees and hardy shrubs are the backbone of this garden landscape.

 

 

Garden Address

11811 S. Sunset Drive
Olathe, KS 66061

The Garden is accessible and open all year-round. Extension Master Gardeners (EMGs) are on-site most Thursday morning during the growing season and are available to answer questions.

The Extension office and EMG Hotline are located in Suite 1500 in the Sunset Drive Office Building, and can further assist visitors.

Pruning Guidelines

Garden Maps

• Map of Section Plots
• Butterfly Garden
• Cottage Garden Map
• Cottage Garden Index
• Creek Side
• Rain Garden
• Native Garden
• Section A
• Section B
• Section C
• Section D
• Section E
• Section F
• Section G

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Do You Have Questions?

Have questions? The Garden Hotline is staffed by trained EMG volunteers and Extension staff who will assist you with questions.

Phone: (913) 715-7050

Email: garden.help@jocogov.org