Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is nestled between views of the Channel Islands and the Santa Ynez Mountains. The 78-acre complex celebrated the biodiversity of southern California and displays cultivated gardens alongside natural live oak woodlands. Close to six miles of trails take visitors through eleven sections of gardens. View a water wise home garden that features easy to grow native plants and a rainwater harvesting system. View cactus and succulents in the Desert Section. The Arroyo features native plants growing alongside a seasonal stream. A garden shop and nursery sells plants, locally crafted art and jewelry. The garden’s library dates back to 1927, while the 12,000 square foot LEED certified Conservation Center is a new addition.
1212 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, Phone: 805-682-4726, (website link)