Fairfield County Master Gardener

Demonstration Garden

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Experience the beauty and innovation of sustainable gardening at the Fairfield County Master Gardener Demonstration Garden! Established in 2013 by newly graduated Master Gardeners, this garden educates the community about organic gardening practices and provides fresh, organic produce for local food pantries.

What You’ll Discover

Spanning an impressive 3,000 square feet, the garden showcases:

Vegetables, Herbs, Fruits, and Flowers – Including native and pollinator-friendly varieties.
Innovative Gardening Techniques – Vertical structures, container gardens, troughs, and raised beds
Eco-Friendly Practices – Explore rain gardens, rain barrels, and composting systems.
Open to the Public

The garden welcomes visitors most Saturdays during the growing season. Master Gardeners will be on-site to answer your questions and share their expertise.

Our Mission

The Fairfield County Demonstration Garden (FCDG) is a hub for education and inspiration. We aim to:

  • Teach sustainable organic gardening techniques.
  • Highlight diverse planting methods and best practices from the UConn Master Gardener Program.
  • Support local food pantries through produce harvests.
  • Hold fundraising events, such as plant sales, to fund the garden.

Food pantries we support

Your visit and support contribute to helping our area’s Food Pantries, including:

  • Bethel Community Food Pantry (Bethel, CT)
  • Brookfield Food Pantry (Brookfield, CT)
  • Daily Bread Food Pantry (St. James Church, Danbury, CT)
  • F.A.I.T.H. Food Pantry (Newtown, CT)
  • Jericho Partnership Food Pantry (Danbury, CT)
  • Redding Community Center (Redding, CT)

Thank you to our recent sponsors

We are deeply grateful for the generous support of:

  • Coast of Maine
  • Espoma
  • Hollandia Nursery (Bethel, CT)
  • Seed Companies: Botanical Interest, Proven Winners, All American Selections
  • Benedict’s Home and Garden (Monroe, CT)
  • Bethel Power Equipment (Bethel, CT)
  • Shakespeare Gardens (Brookfield, CT)
  • Connecticut Master Gardener Alumni Association (CMGA)
  • The Woman’s Club of Danbury/New Fairfield

Visit us and get inspired to grow your garden sustainably.