Visit
Our Gardens: Come visit our world class collection of plants from California and the Southern Hemisphere, as well as a magnificent succulent collection. Our emphasis is on plants from Mediterranean climates like our own.
See Hours & Admissions for more details or click here to purchase ADMISSION online
Docent led tour of the gardens: 1st Saturday of every month - details
Birds! A Guided Walk: TUESDAYS - detailsGift & Garden Shop
Norrie's Gift & Garden Shop: Norrie's sells household items, jewelry, gifts and an abundance of beautiful plants from our outdoor nursery! Check out the list of plants available at Norrie's this month or visit our online shop.
Summertime Shop Hours:
Tuesday - Sunday: 10am - 4pm
What's Happening
- Volunteer extraordinaire Linda Anderson leaves her mark on the Arboretum's California Native Plant gardens and beyond
- A 10-year study at the Arboretum reveals that connections to flockmates influence where sparrows return each year
- News: UCSC Arboretum & Botanic Garden to conduct vegetation surveys under $2.6M state contract
- Ongoing Special Events at the Arboretum
Campus & Community Resources
UCSC
- Norris Center - UCSC Museum of Natural History
- Natural Reserve System
- Greenhouses
- Environmental Studies
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
- Plant Sciences
Community
- Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
- California Native Plant Society Santa Cruz Chapter
- The Bird School Project
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Help Us Thrive
>> Become a Member <<
There are many benefits of becoming an Arboretum Member including:
- Free admission to the Arboretum
- Discount at Norrie's Gift & Garden Shop and Local Nurseries
- Free Admission to AHS Affiliate Gardens, ROAM and NARM
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You have the power to make a lasting impact for the Arboretum by supporting our programs, student learning, and care of the collections. Make your gift today!
Volunteers
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Volunteering at the Arboretum is FUN and a great way to connect with plants and people who love plants while also providing vital support to the small Arboretum staff. Volunteers help us thrive!
