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Design your garden like nature intended.
The most dynamic landscapes aren’t flat. They’re layered. From groundcover to canopy, each level creates space for wildlife to feed, nest, and thrive.
When you build in layers, you’re not just planting a garden, you’re creating a living system that supports the web of life.
Learn how to bring habitat layering into your own space. Read on for tips from Scot Pipkin, director of education and engagement:
Explore upcoming classes and events at the Garden.
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Why should you plant native plants?
For them.
For the birds that rely on seeds, shelter, and safe nesting spaces.
For the pollinators that depend on native blooms for survival.
For the butterflies whose life cycles are tied to specific host plants.
Native plants aren’t just beautiful. They’re essential. They create habitat, support biodiversity, and help restore balance in our local ecosystems.
Plant with purpose. Grow native plants.
https://sbbotanicgarden.org/grow/
California rose (Rosa californica), a native shrub that brings both beauty and ecological value to the landscape. With open, fragrant blooms ranging from pale pink to rich magenta, these rose flowers generously through spring and summer, offering a steady source of nectar for pollinators.
Habitat Perks: Butterflies and native pollinators are drawn to their blooms, while autumn brings deep red rose hips that provide an important food source for birds.
We hope this helps you spot California Wildrose on your next walk through the Garden, or inspires you to welcome it into your own native landscape.
Photo by Greg Trainor @sbshutterbug
Dr. Katherine K. Muller
During the 1950s and 1960s, Dr. Katherine Muller was at the helm of the Garden, guiding it through a decade of growth and national recognition. Known for her calm efficiency and clear vision, she championed California native plants, expanded research programs, and oversaw publications that shared the region’s flora with the public.
Her leadership in the 1960s helped solidify the Garden’s reputation as both a center for scientific study and a beautiful, inspiring landscape—where conservation and community thrive together.
Celebrate 100 years of stewardship and growth, link in bio.
It’s spring, and Abraham has a few tips.
As the Garden wakes up, now’s the time to get ahead of the season. Think weeding before seeds set, checking in on new growth, and giving your native plants the space they need to thrive.
A little attention now goes a long way later. Follow along for a few simple ways to keep your garden looking its best this spring.
It’s looking good out here.
Spring is settling in, and the Garden is showing off. Wildflowers are popping, fresh green growth is everywhere, and the landscape is buzzing with life.
Take a walk, slow down, and see what’s in bloom.
There’s a lot to notice right now.
Bird Month at the Garden continues
Join Santa Barbara Audubon Society for a special tabling series focused on avian conservation and how to create a bird-friendly habitat at home. Learn simple, impactful ways to support local bird populations and make your outdoor space more welcoming to wildlife.
Dates:
May 23 | 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
May 30 | 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Free with admission. Reservation required.
Plan a visit and reserve a time to join.
Thank you @SbAudubon for your partnership during Bird Month.
