Bill and Suzanne Koch and five other homeowners will open their gardens from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 19, for the Arlington Heights Garden Club's annual Garden Walk.

Suzanne has the advantage of finding special plants and accessories at her husband's business, Hawthorn Gardens in Hawthorn Woods. On the other hand, the owner of a garden center is a bit busy to help out during the season.

Fifteen vendors will set up The Unique Boutique on the grounds of the Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W. Fremont St. The garden club is also responsible for the gardens at the museum.

Admission to the grounds is free. Tickets for touring the private gardens are $10 and can be purchased at the boutique. Proceeds are for scholarships and conservation projects.

Visit the Web site of the Arlington Heights Garden Club at gardencentral.org/illinois/arlingtonheights.