The Cowlitz County MG Demonstration Garden located at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds was established in the 1980’s, was created by Master Gardeners to provide a working area to practice various gardening techniques.  Today, the demonstration gardens, including many small beds, neighboring Cougar Cottage and Loowit Gardens, are still works in progress for the benefit of the Master Gardeners, hosting an occasional mini-class and maintaining environmentally suitable beds for annuals, perennials, blueberries, fruit trees and vegetables. Directions: Take Exit 39 off I-5 (Kelso/Longview Exit). Follow Allen Street west through downtown Kelso and across the Allen Street Bridge. Enter the left turn lane and turn left onto 1st Avenue. Go 3 blocks and turn right onto Washington Street. Go 3½ blocks, turn left to entrance to Cowlitz Exposition Center (formerly the Fairgrounds). The garden is on the right of the entrance. Parking is allowed on the grass as long as no other activities are taking place in the area. Hours: Grounds are open 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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