Did you know: In the United States, pollination by honeybees and other insects produces $40 billion worth of products annually.Foods and beverages produced with the help of pollinators include: apples, bananas, blueberries, chocolate, coffee, melons, peaches, potatoes, pumpkins, vanilla, almonds, and tequila. (Imagine a world without some of these things!) Kids can decorate a pollinator […]
A very unusual and rare plant landed in John Hawkins’ home several years ago. As John learned the storied history of the plant and saw the stunning bloom, he generously decided to share the wonder of the plant with friends and neighbors. The blooming of this plant has assumed the stature of a neighborhood event, […]
We see them every day, but do you know what the clouds can tell us? Stop in the visitor center to make a cloud identifier. Drop-in activity. The Botanic Garden is open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Suggested admission is $2 for adults and 50¢ for kids 3-12 years. Members are […]
Learn from a well-rounded, longtime, Tulsa gardener and biologist. Karen Harris is owner and operator of Bad Dog Farm, a one-acre garden inside Tulsa where she grows strawberries, tomatoes, sweet peppers and more, that she sells at Tulsa Farmer's Market - Cherry Street. Karen will share what she's learned in her years of experience gardening […]
Join Dr. Gerry Holland for a discussion on the health and therapeutic benefits of gardening. Gerry is a hyperbaric specialist focusing on wound care. She lives and practices in Oklahoma City and raises orchids as a hobby. The Botanic Garden is open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Suggested admission is $2 […]
Take a closer look in the garden and see what insects, spiders and other animals call it home. Stop in the visitor center to pick up an insect hunt card to explore a whole new world of the garden. Drop-in activity. The Botanic Garden is open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]
Bring the family to make a terrarium together ($3 for materials), then explore the Garden to see progress of construction of the Children's Discovery Garden and the A.R. and Marylouise Tandy Floral Terraces. The Botanic Garden is open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Suggested admission is $2 for adults, 50¢ for […]
Toads are great for gardens - they eat slugs, grubs and many other garden pests. Kids can make and decorate a toad abode to provide shelter and shade in their own backyard and learn about some of the toads of our area. $2 donation for materials. Drop-in activity. The Botanic Garden is open Fridays and […]
Bring your four-legged friend for a stroll around the Garden's Lake. The Dog House Food Truck will be at the Garden from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with their award-winning menu. Pups won’t be left out - there will be treats and pools to keep them cool. (Dogs must be on leash and up-to-date […]
We're excited to have Steve Owens, owner of Bustani Plant Farm in Stillwater, join us to share his wealth of excitement and knowledge of plants! Enjoy air-conditioned comfort in the visitor center and get inspired to get back out in your garden as we learn about some of Steve's favorite plants. Attendees will be entered […]
Back to school time means getting supplies like pencils, paper and more. Enjoy a day at the Botanic Garden exploring trees, leaves and learning how paper is made by making your own piece to take home. Drop-in activities. The Botanic Garden is open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Suggested admission is […]
Come learn about the world under our feet as we investigate rocks, dirt and soil! Learn about different types of rocks and create a piece of art to take home. Bring the little ones to some digging fun! The Botanic Garden is open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Suggested admission is […]
