Help us beautify the Garden during community planting event. This activity is free with admission and all materials are provided. Meet behind the Maze. This opportunity takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or while supplies last. Participants must pay Garden admission to attend. Make a reservation today! Thank you to Montecito Bank & Trust for…
Details: Join birding expert Rebecca Coulter as she leads a group walk through the Garden for a morning of watching and listening for a variety of birds. During this walk you may see several types of bird species that migrate to our region for the Winter. Our birders may see several types of sparrows, including…
Details: Join Santa Barbara Botanic Garden for a free, family-friendly celebration of pollinators at Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden — the site of our exciting new native plant transformation. Together with the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department, we’re showcasing how native landscapes can be both beautiful and beneficial, creating a living model…
Details: Take the mystery out of pruning and maintaining your California native plants in this hands-on workshop with Keith Nevison, the Garden’s director of horticulture and operations. Learn step-by-step techniques for pruning a variety of native plants, from perennials to larger shrubs, and get plenty of time to practice your new skills. Participants will explore…
Details: Join Ellwood Friends and the Garden’s Director of Education and Engagement, Scot Pipkin, for a guided walk through Ellwood Mesa to explore the beauty and benefits of native California plants. Learn how these resilient species support pollinators, conserve water, and strengthen ecosystems — at Ellwood and in your own garden. This walk is free…
Why is the Fall Planting Season Important? Native plants are perfectly suited for our climate. They’re naturally water-wise, wildlife-friendly, and full of California beauty. Fall’s cooler days, followed by our winter rains, make this the perfect time to plant California’s native plants. Getting them in the ground now ensures the roots have time to establish…
This class has been rescheduled from November 1 to November 15. If you were registered for the November 1 class and have any questions, please email us at registrations@SBBotanicGarden.org Details: Fall planting season is here! Join Carol Bornstein, horticulturist and native plant expert, for a morning walk-and-talk to learn which native plants offer seasonal interest…
Details: Join birding expert Rebecca Coulter as she leads a group walk through the Garden for a morning of watching and listening for a variety of birds. During this walk you may see several types of bird species that migrate to our region for the Winter. Both beginner and experienced birders will appreciate the diverse…
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