The gardens were started in the 1950s with the construction of the first buildings. All that remains of that early planting is the row of evergreens along New Hampshire Ave. started as seedlings by children in the Sunday School and the row of Japanese cherries along Oaklawn Drive. At the beginning of construction of the new sanctuary in 1991, which took several years, the Meditation Garden was started in memory of Duncan Ferguson. Every year since then has seen major additions to the gardens.
Many plants are immature, but the general plan is becoming clear.
Visitors are always welcome. North Walk Red Garden Landscaping Comte. All areas of the property open to cultivation have been mapped and divided into 51 plots varying in size from very small to fairly large. Some have plantings already developed. Others need to be designed.