Because those moments are, and have always been our purpose. Our mission is to enrich the community through the beauty and environmental stewardship of our gardens, provide educational programs for adults and children, and offer venues for social and cultural events. Simply put, we're here for you and your family, wherever life takes you.
The Gardens at Heather Farm is an independent nonprofit organization operating a free public garden, education center and special event venue on six picturesque acres in Walnut Creek, CA.No matter if you visit us with your kiddo to dive into all things butterflies, with your friends for an Instagram worthy wedding or event, or on your own to learn all about creating a beautiful and sustainable garden that your neighbors will be jealous of, you'll be taking part in almost five decades of community enrichment and support.
The vision of a family focused and educational garden started in 1968 when founders recognized not only the beauty of the rolling hillside in Walnut Creek's Ygnacio Valley, but also a need in the community to bring focus back to nature and make it accessible to all.
The Gardens at Heather Farm is an independent nonprofit organization operating a free public garden, education center and special event venue on six picturesque acres in Walnut Creek, CA.No matter if you visit us with your kiddo to dive into all things butterflies, with your friends for an Instagram worthy wedding or event, or on your own to learn all about creating a beautiful and sustainable garden that your neighbors will be jealous of, you'll be taking part in almost five decades of community enrichment and support.
The vision of a family focused and educational garden started in 1968 when founders recognized not only the beauty of the rolling hillside in Walnut Creek's Ygnacio Valley, but also a need in the community to bring focus back to nature and make it accessible to all.
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The Gardens at Heather Farm enriches the community through the beauty and environmental stewardship of our gardens, provides educational programs for adults and children, and offer venues for social and cultural events.
A Certified Wildlife Habitat and Certified Green Business, The Gardens at Heather Farm (GHF) provides six acres of gardens for public enjoyment and educational programs for youth and adults.
A qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, GHF is self-supporting through memberships, fundraisers, grants, private donations, facility rentals and program fees.
A Certified Wildlife Habitat and Certified Green Business, The Gardens at Heather Farm (GHF) provides six acres of gardens for public enjoyment and educational programs for youth and adults.
A qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, GHF is self-supporting through memberships, fundraisers, grants, private donations, facility rentals and program fees.
The Gardens at Heather Farm embraces a rolling hillside in Walnut Creek's Ygnacio Valley.
Residing on six acres adjoining the City of Walnut Creek's Heather Farm Community Park, the site offers sweeping views of majestic Mount Diablo and myriad of meandering paths full of plants and local wildlife.
A Certified Wildlife Habitat and Certified Green Business, The Gardens's mission is to enrich the community through the beauty and environmental stewardship of our gardens while providing educational programs and a variety of venues for social and cultural events.
Residing on six acres adjoining the City of Walnut Creek's Heather Farm Community Park, the site offers sweeping views of majestic Mount Diablo and myriad of meandering paths full of plants and local wildlife.
A Certified Wildlife Habitat and Certified Green Business, The Gardens's mission is to enrich the community through the beauty and environmental stewardship of our gardens while providing educational programs and a variety of venues for social and cultural events.
Propagation at the GHF Greenhouse and Nursery is ongoing and our facility regularly houses lots of plant stock for our garden and yours!
Our on-site greenhouse and shade house allow us to easily and productively grow plants, serve the community, and educate the public about nature.
GHF propagates and sells an ever changing selection of plants suitable for our local area, including a collection of water-wise plants, organically grown seasonal vegetables, as well as many unique species you won't find elsewhere.
Our on-site greenhouse and shade house allow us to easily and productively grow plants, serve the community, and educate the public about nature.
GHF propagates and sells an ever changing selection of plants suitable for our local area, including a collection of water-wise plants, organically grown seasonal vegetables, as well as many unique species you won't find elsewhere.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, The Gardens at Heather Farm relies on the work of volunteers to help us meet our goals.
Volunteers donate more than 6,000 hours of service each year and participate in all areas of our operation, including garden maintenance, youth education, office administration and special events.
Work outdoors each Wednesday morning maintaining several acres of demonstration gardens.
No experience necessary.
Join an active group who love potlucks, educational enrichment, and field trips to other gardens.
Volunteers donate more than 6,000 hours of service each year and participate in all areas of our operation, including garden maintenance, youth education, office administration and special events.
Work outdoors each Wednesday morning maintaining several acres of demonstration gardens.
No experience necessary.
Join an active group who love potlucks, educational enrichment, and field trips to other gardens.
Many programs and developments at The Gardens would not be possible without the support of our corporate and individual sponsors.
From in-school nature classes to greenhouse construction and garden projects to facility upgrades, sponsor funding goes a long way to keeping The Gardens thriving and moving ahead.
To find out more about becoming a sponsor of The Gardens at Heather Farm, contact Joan Lucchese at (925) 947-0571.
From in-school nature classes to greenhouse construction and garden projects to facility upgrades, sponsor funding goes a long way to keeping The Gardens thriving and moving ahead.
To find out more about becoming a sponsor of The Gardens at Heather Farm, contact Joan Lucchese at (925) 947-0571.
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