Quail Gardens Foundation Inc

Programs: San diego botanic garden (sdbg) spans 37-acres and serves as a peaceful urban oasis in the heart of encinitas, calif. , in 2017, over 260,000 visitors enjoyed 29 uniquely-themed gardens which provide an in-depth look into various plant families, flowers, and trees from all over the world. Gardens range from the largest bamboo collection in the u. S. To the renown hamilton childrens garden. Sdbg was named one of the top 10 north american gardens worth traveling for by the canadian garden council and american public garden association. Sdbg hosts more than 4,000 diverse plant species. This year, over 400 rare and endangered plants were added, preserving their ecosystems and biodiversity. Horticulturalists monitor, propagate and bank its seed collection. The center of plant conservation, california plant rescue and the u. S fish and wildlife collaborate with our conservation programs. Research efforts include the on-site pollinator study with ucsd and usda. The garden broke ground on the dickinson family education conservatory the over 9, 000 sq. , 30 ft. Glass structure to be completed in the summer of 2018.

sdbg enriches the lives of thousands of children and adults, fostering conservation and environmental responsibility through its educational programs and activities. Seeds of wonder, hamilton childrens gardens and special events delight childrens curiosity as they learn to love and appreciate nature. Over 300 volunteers fill invaluable roles including docents who lead comprehensive garden tours and community events. Stewardship is inspired through adult enrichment classes such as popular plant varieties, water conservation, fire-safe landscaping, soil maintenance, & hydroponic gardening. Cultural and fine arts are appreciated through art classes and exhibits, including chinese brush painting, ramses wissa wassef tapestries from egypt, and sculpture in the garden. Partnerships with community members and organizations serve diverse populations with reduced memberships for military families; cart tours for local seniors; title i school tours; and activities for developmentally disabled adults. Admission is free for everyone on tuesdays.