gardening help

Do you have burning questions about plants or flowers? We have answers!

The High-Altitude Gardener Plant Database and Plant Select are two resources for finding the ideal plant for your Western garden.
The Helen Fowler Library houses one of the premier collections of plant-related resources in the United States.
Our Resource Directory provides information for botanical products and services.
PlantTalk is a 24-hour toll-free automated phone service that provides you with reliable, timely information on a variety of horticultural topics.

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garden spotlight

Children's Secret Path at York Street

Especially for kids: Get your hands dirty in the soil station!

It's a fact: The alligator drum and giant amadinda are musical instruments made from plants.

Botanical interest: Children are encouraged to interact with plants, including smelling fragrant chives (Allium schoenoprasum), touching lamb’s ear (Stachys byzantina) and soft artemisia (Artemisia schmidtiana ‘Silver Mound’).

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for the kids

Looking for a fun way to entertain the kids on Saturdays or Sundays? Registration for Family Days at the Gardens is now open. Only $1 per child when you
pre-register.