santa barbara botanic garden

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(695) · Botanical garden in Santa Barbara, United States
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Santa Barbara Botanic Garden- First botanic garden in the United States dedicated to the conservation of native plants and habitats in California.

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Jul 29, 2024
One of my favorite places in all of Santa Barbara. Every plant and tree is native to California, it’s beautifully laid out and well maintained and you’re far from any hustle and bustle. The redwoods …Full review by A_So_Cal_Local
Mar 27, 2024
Grand gardens with native California plants! Meadows, streams, canyons, redwoods, children’s areas, scenic overlooks of the Pacific, what more could you ask for? Carefully maintained natural habit…Full review by deanf646
Mar 24, 2024
Excellent trip to Santa Barbara Orchid Show and also visited the SB Botanical garden. Both excellent: orchid enthusiasts will enjoy the informative beauty of the annual show and lovers of CA native p…Full review by Janet Story S
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Are dogs/pets allowed?
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Definitely allowed. They even have treats and bowls of water at the entrance for dogs.
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How long are the trails? How much time should we allow? Are you open on December 24th during the day? What about …
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How long are the trails? How much time should we allow? Are you open on December 24th during the day? What about December 23rd?
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I don't know the schedule. Sorry. Try their website. The trails vary from 1/2 th 2 hours.
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Do you still have a lot of the poppies still in full bloom. I can’t find the info on the website. About a week ago you posted …
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Do you still have a lot of the poppies still in full bloom. I can’t find the info on the website. About a week ago you posted incredible views...wanted to know if it’s looking about the same before we drive up there! Thank you!
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Why not phone the garden? They’ll be able to give you an accurate answer in real time.
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We tend to visit places with our small dogs in a stroller, is this permitted at your place?
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Hello We do allow dogs on leash in our garden as well as dogs in strollers, but please know that there are many beautiful parts of our garden that you cannot reach with a stroller. Many …
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Hello We do allow dogs on leash in our garden as well as dogs in strollers, but please know that there are many beautiful parts of our garden that you cannot reach with a stroller. Many visitors with strollers often park them at certain points then carry or walk with their chargers to these other parts. Thanks for inquiring and we look forward to seeing you soon. Barbara
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Planning to visit at beginning of October. What types of blooms and foliage may we see?
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We have only ever been in spring and summer so not too sure. However it is so worth a visit. Make sure that you do both sides of the road. Enjoy!
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