Inspired in part by his personal story, Frank Quezada has built a career fueled by his passion for providing access to the natural world. What started as a means to give Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB) residents membership to the Garden, turned into an exciting new program benefiting youth from kindergarten…
As we approach a new season here at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, we’re tackling ambitious new goals to dramatically transform landscapes along the California central coast by 2030. It’s our most audacious challenge yet — to ensure the survival of every native plant in our region and all life that depends on them. We’re continuing…
The spring/summer issue of Ironwood is now available online. Ironwood, the Garden’s biannual magazine, beautifully celebrates the power of native plants and their impact on people and the planet. As a friend of the Garden, you’re invited to explore our digital issue featuring a closer look at island mallow (Malva assurgentiflora). You can also go…
The fall/winter issue of Ironwood is now available online. In this latest issue you’ll get an inside look at lichens in a captivating story about how our Tucker Lichenologist Rikke Reese Næsborg, Ph.D. approaches her research. You’ll also hear from our horticulture team regarding some of the best planting and pruning tips for this fall…
Harriette Rees Azlein was introduced to the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden for the first time at five years old. New to California and struck with childlike wonder, The Garden offered her an exciting world of exploration, freedom, and even a little bit of thrill. As she made her way down the steep path leading into…
Four generations of the Margolis family have now walked, played, learned, explored, and celebrated here at the Garden. Paul and Phyllis have been Members for over 40 years, and they say that the Garden is part of who they are and what they love about Santa Barbara. Both teachers, they have always enjoyed learning through…
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