About The Gardens
Established in 1972 as a non-profit volunteer organization, The Gardens serves as a sanctuary in the heart of Walnut Creek, CA. With over 6.5 acres of lush gardens and the renowned Cowden Rose Garden, The Gardens remains dedicated to remaining free and open to the public 7 days a week. After 50 years of business, The Gardens continues to focus on education, horticulture, and weddings while honoring the nonprofit mission. We look forward to continuing to see our loyal patrons and volunteers as well as welcoming new visitors.
Please note that our Gardens closes for private events. For all specific garden hours, please email us at info@gardenshf.org or check out our social media for the latest on hours @gardenshf
Spring Garden Tour
Join us for the Spring Garden Tour on Saturday, May 10th, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, featuring beautiful home gardens in the East Bay, including The Gardens at Heather Farm. This self-guided tour showcases a variety of local gardens.
Flower School
Embark on a vibrant journey of creativity with our series of six floral arranging classes, led by local floral artists who infuse passion and expertise into every petal.
CULTIVATE, GROW, PRESERVE – Celebrating the Small Space Garden
Join expert instructors for a series of insightful lectures on sustainable gardening. Learn the science of composting to enrich your soil, explore efficient irrigation systems, and discover the art of smart plant selection and companion planting to foster a thriving ecosystem.
The Nursery
Discover our extraordinary selection of perennials, annuals, edibles, herbs, succulents, CA natives, and more!
Teddy Bear Tea
It’s a colorful, magical, wonderland tea party where snowflakes and twinkle lights hover overhead, sugar plum fairies sparkle nearby, and bears of all shapes and sizes share in the joys of the season with you and your family.
Volunteer
Volunteer support is crucial to garden maintenance, propagation, and fundraising.
