San Francisco Botanical Garden
Escape to a unique urban oasis of extraordinary beauty. Enjoy the San Francisco Botanical Garden's world of gardens, excellent horticulture library, bookstore, and education programs. The San Francisco Botanical Garden is open daily, 365 days a year and is free to the public. Weekdays: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Weekends & Holidays: 10 am to 5 pm. FREE GUIDED WALKS are given daily at 1:30 pm.
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What's New

A BAY AREA TRADITION
Annual Spring Plant Sale
THE 41ST ANNUAL SPRING PLANT SALE

Find out all the details, including plant lists, floor plans and the official "Plant Sale Survival Guide." May 2 & 3, 2008


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SUMMER TEACHER WORKSHOP
SCIENCE IN THE PARK
Science in the Park
Leave your classroom and join us in Golden Gate Park to learn about forest habitats near and far.
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ART EXHIBIT
SFBG Art Exhibit
"A Passion for Plants "

Botanical paintings by Catherine M. Watters and her Students.
April – June.


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KIDS, PARENTS AND TEACHERS
World of Plants
Why do plants talk to animals? How can plants travel without any legs? Find answers to these and other questions in this new feature packed with fascinating facts, surprising information and activities for the kids.


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Garden Map - PDF
In Bloom

10 Essential Conservation Measures for California Gardeners

Here are ten simple steps that California gardeners can take to conserve resources and adapt to California’s changing climate.

  1. Plant water-wise native and Mediterranean climate plants
  2. Eliminate or reduce water hungry lawns
  3. Switch to drip irrigation rather than overhead sprinklers
  4. View the list and find out why conservation measures are increasingly essential for California gardens >>

Calling All VolunteersVolunteers Welcome!

Our fun, energetic and dedicated group of volunteers help make the Garden's programs possible. We welcome anyone interested in joining. Find out more about new opportunities and sign-up to volunteer today!




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The San Francisco Botanical Garden's beauty and value as a major cultural resource are the result of a successful public/private partnership between San Francisco's Recreation and Park Department and the San Francisco Botanical Garden Society, a non-profit corporation.

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Mailing Address: 1199 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122-2370
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