As Pathfinders explore various forms of horticulture, the act of growing plants, they’ll become familiar with the basics of plant reproduction while developing their skills. In this program, Pathfinders will receive firsthand experience germinating an oak acorn. They’ll explore how oaks are keystone species and support an abundance of organisms before planting an acorn to care…
Details: In celebration of our annual Conservation Symposium and newly opened gallery exhibit, we’re inviting families to join us in celebrating the little things that make all the difference. Experience guided explorations where you’ll discover the critters that support our soils and ecosystem and take home an insect magnet to honor these important creatures Cost:…
Details: Lifelong mushroom hunter and children’s author Melany Kahn comes to the Garden to inspire participants of all ages to discover the magnificent mushrooms around us. The morning’s activities include a mushroom ID and recipes workshop, a fungi-inspired craft and a read aloud of Melany’s book Mason Goes Mushrooming, a children’s tale that weaves education,…
Details: Children are invited to join us in some holiday cheer by creating a pinecone ornament. This activity will be hosted in the Backcountry and is free with admission for children ages 12 and younger. We hope to see you there.
About the Backcountry Casitas Project: Whether you’re an architect, contractor, design-build team, artist, hobbyist, or student, the Garden needs your help building nature playhouses that encourage the community – especially families – to get outdoors and play in the natural world. Every two years, we host an open call for applications and select up to…
Details: Fall is the perfect time to plant California natives in your garden! Shorter days, cooler weather and winter rains all help roots to grow deep, ensuring better establishment to help get your plants through the longer growing seasons ahead. Our Fall Planting Weekend is back again! We’ve stocked up on a large assortment of…
Details: Join UCSB researchers and Santa Barbara Botanic Garden staff for a presentation on best management practices to create and maintain gardens in high fire risk zones. Learn how these gardens can both save water and provide habitat for native species. Researchers will also share emerging research results on plant flammability.
Details: Visit the Santa Barbara County Horticultural Society on Wednesday, October 4, for a talk by the Garden’s Executive Director, Steve Windhager, Ph.D. Steve will talk about a new initiative at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden to use residential and commercial landscapes to reduce the impacts of climate change and development on biodiversity through the use…
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