May 08, 2023
Although we sometimes have to close for safety on rainy days, dramatic skies often make for the best...
May 03, 2023
Our roses are at their peak, just ask this tiny visitor
April 28, 2023
Now that’s a weed! Even Emerson, who called a weed “A plant whose virtues have not yet been discover...
April 26, 2023
Remember we’ll be closed tomorrow for Plant Sale pickups. Come back on Friday and see our Herb Garde...
April 24, 2023
The Gardens will be closed Tuesday and Thursday this week for Plant Sale pickups. We hope to see yo...
April 22, 2023
Happy Earth Day! Gardens neighbor Reena Dutt rescued this young Great Horned Owl after it flew into ...
April 20, 2023
Lilacs a’bloom! From native Ceanothus to horticultural lilacs, colors and fragrances await you at th...
April 14, 2023
Be sure to review our online plant list and get ready to shop online Saturday and Sunday! Find it at...
April 10, 2023
Finally, warm weather and beautiful views! Don’t forget our Spring Online Plant Sale is coming up th...
April 06, 2023
On UCR Give Day 2023 we launch two projects to transform the Gardens ability to engage with campus a...
April 03, 2023
Join the Friends of the UCR Botanic Gardens and shop early at our Spring Plant Sale (along with many...
March 28, 2023
UCR Give Day is coming up and we are launching two big projects! Find out more at give.UCR.edu (scro...
March 27, 2023
So much purple…no wait, is that lavender? mauve? violet? fuchsia? orchid? Oh I know, it’s aubergine! ☺️
March 23, 2023
This Mother’s Day give Mom all the benefits of a Friends membership including early shopping at our ...
March 21, 2023
Should be a beautiful day for our Sunday Bird Walk! Seats are still available; sign up now at garden...