A world-renowned 3.5-acre garden, housing a collection of succulents, both unique and beloved, as well as drought-tolerant plants from around the world. The Garden’s founder, Ruth Bancroft, lived to be 109 and was a pioneer in drought-tolerant gardening. Open to the public year-round, the Garden showcases fabulous blooms during every season and highlights plant structure and texture in robust plantings.
WE ARE OPEN
(updated as of July 13, 2020)
We can’t wait to see you but please be advised of the following:
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All visiting adults and children over 2 will be required to wear masks in the Garden and Nursery per County regulations.
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Adults are encouraged to come alone or with 1 other person. Families of adults with children, up to 5 people maximum, will be allowed as long as they all reside in the same household.
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We’re limiting the number of visitors so the parking lot may be full and you may be asked to return later
- Entry and exit areas to both the Garden and Nursery have been modified so please follow signs upon arrival
CLICK HERE here for more details regarding our reopening plans, new visitation rules and processes.
FEATURED EVENTS
Curator’s Highlight- Agave (subgenus Littaea)
Saturday, August 15, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Private Rentals at the Garden
The Garden is a perfect venue for weddings, corporate events, birthdays and other special occasions. Our unique collection of mature trees, succulents and cacti provide a stunning backdrop to make your occasion unforgettable. Indoor and outdoor options available so you can have your event any time of year.
Voted “Best Wedding Venue in the East Bay” by Diablo Magazine editors and readers, June 2020
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Landscape Design Services
Available Now Virtually
Want to convert from lawn to garden but not sure where to start? We now offer landscape design consultation services ranging from a little advice to a complete plan for a whole new garden!
What’s In Bloom
August 2020
Preview the plants blooming in the Garden right now. Discover which ones are for sale in the Nursery. Print this guide at home or pick one up at the Garden when you visit.
Latest Plant Highlight: Tulista pumila
Collectors have long been drawn to the many fascinating dwarf succulents in the genus Haworthia, native to southern Africa. One of the new genera is Tulista, with only four species, all of them found in the southwestern part of South Africa.
