Fall is in the Air!
A new crisp feeling has been in the air latley. Fall is here! Deciduous trees and shrubs will soon start losing their leaves. Although on the west coast the seasonal change is not as dramatic as the east coast, there are still color changes that take place in the foliage of some plants. It seems that less people visit the garden in the cooler months, so if you want to enjoy the solitude now is your time to visit.
All year round, regardless of the season, there are many different plants in bloom to see at the Garden. Check our 'What's in Bloom' page for detailed information. Hope to see you soon!
photos are courtesy Laurel Woodley
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| Cassia cv. Golden Wonder. Located: Volunteer Garden |
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| Stenocarpus sinuatus - Firewheel Tree. Located: Across from Maze section |
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26300 Crenshaw Boulevard Palos Verdes Peninsula, California 90274 (310) 544-1948
The South Coast Botanic Garden, "The Jewel of the Peninsula", is located on the beautiful Palos Verdes Peninsula, located 10 miles south of the Los Angeles Airport in California. Conveniently located to many South Bay communities, this 87-acre Botanic Garden has more than 2,500 different species of plants from as far away as Australia, the Mediterranean, and southern Africa. The Garden is situated in Sunset's Zone 23, one of the most favored growing areas in the world. About 100 trees and shrubs are rare mature specimens, infrequently seen elsewhere. The wide variety of plant life provides food and shelter to an abundant wildlife and bird population, and over 200 species of birds are sighted annually. Popular features include a small lake, Mediterranean Garden, AARS Rose Garden, Water-Wise Garden, Garden of the Senses, Cactus Garden, Children's Garden, Fuchsia Garden, Dahlia Garden, Herb Garden, and Japanese Garden. There is an attractive Wedding Lawn and two Gazebos, Events Meadow, and Francis Young Auditorium available for events. There is a picnic area located outside of the Garden gates. Free abundant parking available.
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The Garden is open to the public 364 days a year. Closed Christmas Day. Garden hours are 9am to 5pm daily, with the last ticket sale at 4:30pm. Foundation hours are 9am to 4:30pm Monday thru Friday. Gift Shop hours are 10am to 4pm daily.
Admission:
| Foundation Members |
Free |
| Adults |
$ 8.00 |
| Seniors - 62 and over |
$ 6.00 |
| Students (with ID) |
$ 6.00 |
| Children (5 - 12) |
$ 3.00 |
| 4 and under |
Free |
Cash Only, please, at the Admission Window
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