From California’s towering redwoods to Asia’s magnificent magnolias, from the humid cloud forests of Central America to the deserts of Southern Africa, immerse yourself in the world’s rich variety of flora—all in a single day! Here you’ll discover 34 acres of over 10,000 kinds of plants, including many rare and endangered species. Visit the UC Botanical Garden, an invaluable resource for research, conservation, education—and you.
Upcoming Events and Classes
Find your inner botanist or meet fellow plant-lovers. Take a class or attend a virtual lecture. What can you learn or do today? Check out our events calendar.
Double Your Gift!
At a time when support for science, conservation, and education cannot be taken for granted, places like the Garden matter more than ever. General support sustains our living collections, dedicated staff, research, public programs, and day-to-day operations.
Help us reach our $650,000 goal by December 31! Give today and your tax-deductible gift will be doubled up to $50,000 thanks to generous donors. Your support ensures the Garden thrives for generations to come.
Garden Stories
Discover and learn more about plants, research, conservation and news on the Garden blog.
Research
From the Diary of a Cone-oisseur
Conservation
Collection Building in the South American Area
Conservation
Student Spotlight: Arman Omidvar’s Digital Archaeology
Videos/Recorded Programs
Virtual Tour: Discovering the Six Parts of a Plant
Garden Shop + Plant Nursery
Shop and plant nursery hours: 10:30 am–4:30 pm. Closed on Tuesdays
Find botanical-themed gifts, branded merchandise and an outstanding selection of plants year-round!
Host your Event at the Garden
Our Mather Redwood Grove Amphitheater and historic Julia Morgan Hall offer spectacular settings for weddings, company gatherings, and other celebrations. Learn how you can host your own special event in the Garden.