The University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley is a 34-acre garden located in the Berkeley Hills, overlooking the San Francisco Bay. Established in 1890, it is one of the oldest and most diverse plant collections in the United States, dedicated to the research, conservation, and display of worldwide plant diversity. The garden houses over 10,000 types of plants, including rare and endangered species, organized into several collections based on geographic region, such as Asia, South America, the Mediterranean, and California, as well as thematic collections like the Ancient Plant Garden, Herb Garden, and Tropical House.
The UC Botanical Garden serves as a living laboratory for university students and researchers, while also offering educational programs for K-12 students, professionals, and the general public, including guided tours, workshops, lectures and special events.
Visitors can explore the garden’s vast array of ecosystems, from deserts and rainforests to temperate forests, experiencing the beauty and variety of plant life from around the globe. The garden’s unique location and microclimates allow it to cultivate an extensive range of plants not commonly seen in other botanical gardens.
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