The Rockport Garden Club’s 2011 “Coastal Garden” tour will feature thirteen gardens. Many of these private gardens have never been open to the public. While the gardens vary in size, location, composition, and plant material, there is a common thread: each garden has had significant owner input. Some of the features which stand out are several water gardens; an impressive collection of low maintenance grasses and bamboo; one-of-a-kind garden sculptures; several cottage gardens bursting with color from early spring through late autumn; dramatic use of local granite as hardscape; and a beautifully crafted garden overlooking the sea. An expansive ocean side garden will host the special events: a luncheon and a sale of original artwork and note cards by local artists. Proceeds from the garden tour help to fund the planting and maintenance of Rockport’s twelve town gardens, various civic projects and several scholarships. Tickets ($25 each) may be purchased in advance by calling 978-546-2896 or 978-546-6861 or emailing tandrsanantonio@verizon.net.