Do not miss Milwaukee Area Open Days 2024!
GARDENS open Saturday, August 10th and Sunday, August 11th
The Farm on Hilly Lane • Saukville, Ozaukee County,
Saturday, August 10 & Sunday, August 11
Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
As stewards of the Hemlock Family Farmstead, established in 1846, the owners are deeply committed to preserving its rich history while creating a peaceful oasis. They have cultivated colorful cottage-style gardens interspersed with charming
spaces that evoke feelings of a bygone era.
The picturesque views are enhanced by woodland meadows, wetlands, and tranquil ponds.
Bonniwell Garden • Mequon, Ozaukee County,
Saturday, August 10 & Sunday, August 11
Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Bonniwell house, featuring wood, glass, and stone with a metal roof, was built in 2004 and overlooks a large, landscaped pond stocked with fish. The manicured landscape is less structured as it reaches the existing woods that consist of maple, birch, hickory, and oak. Over the years the following were added to this 6-acre property: the vegetable garden, the woodland paths, the perennial collections, and, in 2022, the pickleball court.
Glasshouse in the Prairie • Fredonia, Ozaukee County,
Saturday, August 10 & Sunday, August 11
Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Nestled in the tranquil embrace of nature, Dawn and Steve's gardens and prairie are a testament to their love of nature and Dawn's passion for gardening. What was once an empty farm field more than a quarter century ago has blossomed into a captivating haven. Today it boasts 71⁄2 acres of prairie cultivated by Dawn and Steve. Their hard work alone has molded the 12-acre landscape into a symphony of hardscape, gardens, and prairie.
Digging Deeper: Discover the Magic of Cedarburg Bog
Discover the Magic of Cedarburg Bog - Saukville, Ozaukee County.
One Day Only! Sunday, August 11
2 sessions: 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Cedarburg Bog, a State Natural Area and National Natural Landmark, is a unique and diverse ecosystem. Among its wonders, it contains the southernmost string bog in North America. See what makes The Cedarburg Bog so special by walking with a noted naturalist on the University Trail, a boardwalk only available to guided visitors. This 1.5-mile, round-trip journey takes you deep into the Bog with opportunities to discover many of its treasures, including carnivorous plants and many native species of plants and birds that are on the southern edge of their range. Visitors to the Cedarburg Bog often remark that there is a discovery around every corner, and those interested in nature photography will find lots of interesting subjects.
