Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Birmingham Botanical Gardens Explore Birmingham Botanical Gardens—a peaceful, green oasis woven into native woodlands. We look forward to your visit!
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Nestled in native woodlands, this peaceful urban oasis is home to two dozen beautiful garden spaces, original outdoor fountains and sculptures, miles of walking paths, a horticultural library, and endless opportunities to learn and explore. A facility of the Birmingham Park and Recreation Board, Birmingham Botanical Gardens is the result of a public-private partnership between the City of Birmingh

am and the nonprofit Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, a mission-driven membership organization that seeks to protect, nurture, and share the wonders of the Gardens. Learn more and join the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens at bbgardens.org.

Did you know that some trees can grow roots from their branches? Many plants like fig trees, camellias, and Japanese map...
05/29/2026

Did you know that some trees can grow roots from their branches?

Many plants like fig trees, camellias, and Japanese maples have this ability, and it's a great way to multiply your plants! Want to learn more about how this technique works? Join senior horticulturist Julia Adams for a hands-on workshop to learn how to propagate plants via air layering. This method of propagation allows you to multiply difficult-to-root plants during the summer when plants are still in an active growing phase. In this session, you will learn about the science behind air layering and practice on plants throughout the Japanese Garden.

June 12
9–11:00 a.m.
Members: $40 | Nonmembers: $45

Register through link in comments!

We are excited to announce our 2026 Rooted in Community participants! The Arc of Central Alabama • Blazer Kitchen Garden...
05/28/2026

We are excited to announce our 2026 Rooted in Community participants!

The Arc of Central Alabama • Blazer Kitchen Garden • Boys & Girls Club of Central Alabama • The Flourish Alabama • Grace Klein Community • Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services • Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School • The Leaf Pantry and Urban Farm • Miles College Garden Club • Oak Tree Ministries • Rebirth Community Corporation • Root2Harvest Enterprise • The Ubuntu Circle Of Life • Urban Impact Inc. • Woodlawn Neighborhood Association

Rooted in Community is an outreach program supporting neighborhood grassroots beautification projects, sustainability initiatives, community gardens, and more. We were delighted to have all of these organizations share their ideas and passion for these community projects with one another at the inspiring kickoff luncheon today.

We look forward to seeing how each of you grow! 🌱

We are delighted to welcome three new interns for the summer: Destiny Buchanan, Emma Bueschel, and Caroline Houseman. Em...
05/19/2026

We are delighted to welcome three new interns for the summer: Destiny Buchanan, Emma Bueschel, and Caroline Houseman. Emma and Caroline will work as public gardens horticulture interns, and Destiny will serve as an informal education intern.

Each will perform various duties around the Gardens under the guidance of our horticulture and education teams while learning about public garden horticulture, conservation, and our native flora. They will develop valuable, hands-on experience toward their careers.

The Friends are grateful to have them. Please stay tuned for updates on their adventures and projects this summer!

(Left to right: Destiny Buchanan, Emma Bueschel, and Caroline Houseman)

Want to fill your garden with vibrant blooms and splashes of exotic color? Daylilies offer a wide range of colors from d...
05/13/2026

Want to fill your garden with vibrant blooms and splashes of exotic color? Daylilies offer a wide range of colors from deep purple and soft pink to apricot, cream, butter yellow, and more.

Discover the remarkable world of daylilies in this three-week course led by experienced daylily grower Rene Holliman, owner of Holliman Gardens. Drawing upon 35 years of gardening experience, Rene will share a different facet of this dynamic garden staple each week beginning with the history and anatomy of the modern daylily. In the second week, you will learn how to evaluate, select, and properly care for the daylilies in your garden. The course will finish with a discussion of soils, amendments, mulches, and fertilizers.

Daylily Gardening Master Series
Wednesday, June 3, 10, and 17
10 a.m.–noon
Members: $90 | Nonmembers: $95

PLEASE NOTE: the registration fee includes all three classes.

Start your journey toward beautiful blooms by clicking the registration link in comments!

Celebrate Go Public Gardens Days with us! This week highlights how public gardens promote conservation and appreciation ...
05/12/2026

Celebrate Go Public Gardens Days with us! This week highlights how public gardens promote conservation and appreciation of plants. We hope you will take time to enjoy this wonderful place that makes the Magic City truly special. We're also offering members-only tours led by our three horticulturists this Saturday, May 16!

Saturday, May 16
10–11 a.m. | Kaul Wildflower Garden tour with Terry Phillips
11 a.m.–noon | Bruno Vegetable Garden tour with Katelyn Bahr
Noon–1:30 p.m. | Japanese Garden tour with Julia Adams

Registration required. Learn more and register for one or more tours at bbgardens.org or by clicking the link in comments!

Membership with the Friends helps to improve and enhance this community treasure. Enjoy $10 off any new, renewal, or gift membership purchased during May. Use code MM26 at bbgardens.org/membership.

Still looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your child? Our Children’s Summer Camps such as Plant Believe I...
05/07/2026

Still looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your child? Our Children’s Summer Camps such as Plant Believe It or Not, Nature’s Music Makers, and more still have spots available!

Spark your child’s creativity and wonder in the beautiful setting of the Gardens. Each camp will include daily explorations of the Gardens, fun STEM and literacy games and activities, and learning in the Plant Adventure Zone Garden Lab.

May 26–July 24
9 a.m.–noon daily

Members at the family level and above receive 20% on select numbers of summer camp registrations.

Learn more and register through link in comments!

05/05/2026

Thank you to our Junior Board for helping add fresh mulch to the Dunn Formal Rose Garden to make it look wonderful for Rosé in the Roses this week! Come support a good cause while admiring the roses and sipping rosé from wine sponsor Finch Fine Wines. Presented by Shoal Creek Properties and hosted by our Junior Board, this elegant evening event supports our summer internships, which equip college students with skills toward careers in public horticulture.

Thursday, May 7 | 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Members: $45 | Nonmembers: $50

Purchase tickets through the link in comments!

Interested in learning how to grow your own spectacular roses? Register for our Rooted in Roses class later in May with the renowned Redneck Rosarian Chris VanCleave! He will introduce the fundamentals of rose care tailored for Alabama’s climate and teach you how to select the right varieties, prepare soil, water and fertilize effectively, manage seasonal challenges, and prune for healthy growth.

Thursday, May 21 | 11 a.m.–noon
Members: $20 | Nonmembers: $25

Sign up at bbgardens.org!

05/01/2026

It’s May Membership Month! 🌿 ☀️ We’re celebrating our members this month because your support helps us continue our mission to protect, nurture, and share the wonders of the Gardens. As a token of our appreciation, members are invited to join our horticulturists for three exclusive tours in Kaul Wildflower Garden, Bruno Vegetable Garden, and the Japanese Garden on Saturday, May 16.

Saturday, May 16
10–11 a.m. | Kaul Wildflower Garden tour with Terry Phillips
11 a.m.–noon | Bruno Vegetable Garden tour with Katelyn Bahr
Noon–1:30 p.m. | Japanese Garden tour with Julia Adams

Learn more and register for one or more tours at bbgardens.org or by clicking the link in comments!

Interested in becoming a member? Enjoy $10 off any new, renewal, or gift membership purchased during May. Use code MM26 at bbgardens.org/membership.

Did you know that Alabama ranks #4 in the nation for biodiversity? Experience this botanical abundance in our upcoming ...
04/28/2026

Did you know that Alabama ranks #4 in the nation for biodiversity? Experience this botanical abundance in our upcoming Wildflower Walkabout class on May 12!

Join environmental educator and habitat gardener Michelle Reynolds as she leads participants through Kaul Wildflower Garden, using her artist’s eye to help them imagine a plant palette that incorporates nature into urban landscapes.

This class will help native plant lovers practice using iNaturalist to identify plants on their own walkabouts. Garden paths are uneven, so remember to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.

Tuesday, May 12
11 a.m.–noon
Members: $20 | Nonmembers: $25

Register at link in the comments!

📷: Pictured are woodland pinkroot, Cumberland pagoda-plant, Coreopsis, and wild petunia.

Happy National Volunteer Week! We want to extend a big thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers who freely give of t...
04/23/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week! We want to extend a big thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers who freely give of their time to help support the Gardens! Whether you help with garden maintenance, plant propagation, education, the library, or another area of the Gardens, we sincerely thank you for your time and effort. Just last year, we had over 600 volunteers log more than 17,000 hours! Your work actively furthers our mission to protect, nurture, and share the wonders of the Gardens. Thanks for helping us grow a greener tomorrow! 🌱

If you're interested in becoming a volunteer, please email [email protected].

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2612 Lane Park Rd
Birmingham, AL
35223

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Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm
Sunday 7am - 7pm

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