Peacock Plumage in Fashion, a special talk Saturday, March 23
Peacock feathers and motifs have ornamented wardrobes around the world for centuries. Christina Johnson, Associate Curator at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Museum in Los Angeles, presents an illustrated history of the significance and influence of peacocks in fashion. Saturday, March 23, 2pm. $5 members; $15 general public (includes admission).
Posted on March 23, 2019
Tomatoes and more at our Incredible Edibles Sale Saturday, March 23.
You’ll find 50 varieties of tomatoes and 60 varietes of vegetables, herbs and more at our Incredible Edibles Plant Sale Saturday 9am-4pm at the Gift Shop Patio. Laramee Haynes, landscape designer, will be the featured speaker at our garden talks at 10am & 1pm. Included in admission; Arboretum members free.
Posted on March 18, 2019
Register now for Spring Nature Camp April 1!
Children ages 5-11 will enjoy their spring break exploring and learning about nature. We get children outside and away from screens to observe and explore wildlife in a natural setting. The first Spring Nature Camp runs from April 1-5. Full session, daily and extended care available.
Posted on March 4, 2019
Celebrating 40 years of Environmental Education Saturday, March 30
Mark your calendar for the Los Angeles Environmental Education Fair on Saturday, March 30. Visitors will learn about lifestyle changes that will help our planet and enjoy activities that will cindlue workshops, sustainable food sampling, science scavenger hunts, art activities and eco-friendly demonstrations. 9am-3pm. Regular admission applies, members free
Posted on March 3, 2019
Library Spotlight – Vintage Nursery Catalogs
Looking for early nursery catalogs for the region of Southern California? The Arboretum Library has catalogs going as far back as the late 1800s that are still applicable for today’s horticulturalists. During your visit to the Arboretum, members and non-members of the garden are always welcome to browse our nursery catalogs in our library’s collection! […]
Posted on February 20, 2019
Library Spotlight – Catalog Updates
Hello, folks! The Arboretum Library’s catalog now has social networking features, including Facebook and Twitter, so that you may share any library material(s) you have found in the catalog, with your friends. Also be sure to check out and “like” the Arboretum’s Facebook page.
Posted on February 16, 2019
Library Spotlight - “Açaí”
The Arboretum Library has many journals and periodicals that cover a range of horticultural topics. These journals include articles about individual types of plants, including one that's been seen around a lot more recently – the açaí. You've probably seen this ingredient in all sorts of products at the grocery store, but I didn't know much […]
Posted on January 26, 2011
Library Spotlight - “Lessons Learned: Managing Biological Invasion on Hemlock Hill”
The Arboretum Library has many journals and periodicals that cover a range of horticultural topics. These journals include articles by members of the Arboretum staff. The article “Lessons Learned: Managing Biological Invasion on Hemlock Hill (Massachusetts)” by Richard Schulhof (CEO of the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden) in the journal Ecological Restoration details […]
Posted on January 19, 2011
Raking Hay at Rancho Santa Anita
This image presents is a lovely pastoral scene at Rancho Santa Anita probably in the late 1880s or early 1890s. A man on a hay rake is gathering freshly cut hay, probably mown a day or two earlier and allowed to dry to feed the Ranch's animals. Closer examination reveals a number of […]
Library Spotlight - Plant Related Fiction
Now is a great time to just snuggle up with a good novel. And the perfect place to find find modern and classic plant-related fiction is at the Arboretum Library. So come and explore the Arboretum Library and don't forget that members of the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden can borrow books for […]
Posted on January 12, 2011
Kids love Peacock Day! Join us Saturday, March 23
Children are invited to dress for our peacock costume contest at 12:15pm (check-in between 10:30-11:30am). Other activities: a peacock calling contest, Bookworms storytime, crafts and Agents of Discovery learning app. 10am-2pm. Regular admission applies; members free.
Shop our Incredible Edibles Plant Sale Saturday, March 23!
Our spring plant sale continues Saturday, March 23, with garden talks presented by landscape designer Laramee Haynes. At the sale you’ll find 50 varieties of tomatoes and 60 varieties of vegetables, herbs and more. Saturday, March 23, 9am-4pm at the Gift Shop Patio.
Register now for Spring Nature Camp April 1-5.
Reserve a spot at our popular nature camp for the spring break of April 1 to 5. Nature, exploration, imagination, and fun are just a few things children enjoy at the camp for children ages 5 to 11. Weekly and daily sessions as well as extended care are available.
Plant question? Ask our Expert at the Arboretum
We have the knowledge and experience to help you raise healthy plants. Frank McDonough, the Arboretum’s Botanical Information Consultant, answers questions from the public.