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Donors make the Idaho Botanical Garden possible. Please consider becoming a donor and helping support the Idaho Botanical Garden.

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Education
Classes and field trips are offered to people of all ages year-round.
Events
Garden Store
Garden Thymes Archive
Download our quarterly Garden Thymes Newsletter.
Garden Weddings

The Idaho Botanical Garden offers an intimate natural setting for weddings year-round.

Idaho Old Penitentiary District
The Idaho Botanical Garden is considered part of the Idaho Old Penitentiary District. View information about the other facilities and museums located in the District.
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Membership
Memorials & Tributes

Honor or Remember family, friends or loved ones by making a donation or tribute to the Garden in their name.

Partner Organizations

Learn about the Garden's partnering organizations

Social Media Links
Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news and Garden updates!
Support the Garden at Brent & Becky's Bulbs!
The Garden earns 25% of all sales when you order bulbs and other gardening items through Bloomin' Bucks!
The Gardens
Volunteer
Garden Hours & Admission
Garden Location
Summer Evening Hours
Enjoy evening summer hours on Tuesdays and Fridays, May-October!
The Stroll for the Heart and Soul
Enjoy a serene morning walk in the Garden throughout the summer
About Garden Programs and Plant Collections
Brief information about the Garden's Plant Collection and Programs
Future Plans

The Idaho Botanical Garden's master plan plots the future expansion and development of the grounds far into the future.

Our History

Born of inspiration, hard work, and donated funds, the Idaho BotanicalGarden has been a cooperative labor of love since the first seeds were sown in 1984.

Policies/Services

The Idaho Botanical Garden provides a number of services for its visitors along with policies on Garden etiquette.

Pressroom

Find the latest information concerning Garden events, classes and news.

Staff Directory


Photography

As a private nonprofit organization, the Idaho Botanical Garden has a photographic policy for photographers using the grounds to take pictures for financial benefit.

Photographer Members

Find links to many of the photographer's who have associated with the Garden

Corporate Volunteers
Many companies from around the Treasure Valley encourage their employees to spend a few hours or a day with us at the Garden.
Office Volunteers

Help welcome visitors, complete office tasks, and answer general questions about the Garden.

Special Events
Additional volunteers are always appreciated at the Garden's many Special Events.
Spring & Summer Volunteer Opportunities 2013
Volunteer Educators
Our elementary school docents work under the guidance of our Education Director.  Other volunteers instruct classes and workshops for adults.
Volunteer Gardeners
Volunteers work with our full-time Garden staff to plant and care for bedding plants, weed and perform general maintenance.
Volunteer Orientation
*NEW* Garden Self-Guided Education
Enjoy new enrichment experiences at the Garden.
2013 Education Calendar
A list of IBG educational events and classes for 2012
Adult Education

Garden related classes are offered for adults and adult/child pairs year-round.

Horticulture Resources

Each season the members of the gardening staff will give the reader some tips and ideas on how to treat home gardens.  Along with tips and ideas, you may just find a few "personal" comments as well.

Master Naturalist Program
Imagine spending a Saturday afternoon sharing your love of Idaho's nature with others. Become an Idaho Master Naturalist and help IBG start a weekend public tour program.
Youth Education
The Idaho Botanical Garden offers five different educational opportunites for children.
2013 Event Calendar

A list of IBG events for 2013

2013 Lecture Series
Made possible by the support of the Idaho Humanities Council and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Private Events
The Garden provides a beautiful and unique setting for any occasion.
Public Events
From the Spring Plant Sale to summer Concerts to the Winter Garden Aglow Festival, there's something to do at IBG all year.
Children's Adventure Garden Project
Learn about what's next for the Children's Adventure Garden.
Conservation
The Garden's efforts in conservation.
Features & Gardens
The Garden is a living museum, dedicated to the advancement and appreciation of gardening, horticulture and conservation.
Garden Map

Let nature enfold you as you explore the grounds.

New Additions & Renovations
View all of our new additions and renovations to the Garden!
Outdoor Art Gallery
The Garden is both a living museum and an outdoor art gallery.
Plant Collections

As fine art is tracked and catalogued in an art museum, so too are the plants tracked and catalogued at IBG.

Seasonal Garden Photos
See pictures and descriptions of new blooms in the Garden every season!
Current IBG Corporate Members
Check out the local corporations and organizations who have chosen to support the Garden as a Corporate Member and take advantage of a great opportunity to participate in Boise's cultural life while receiving exclusive benefits!
Current IBG Photographer Members
View a list of photographers around the Treasure Valley who have chosen to support the Garden as Photographer Members and take part in our exclusive photographer privileges!
Garden Club Membership
Do you belong to a National Garden Club? Learn about Garden Club membership at the Idaho Botanical Garden for unique benefits and to support the Garden!
Garden Corporate Membership
Interested in becoming a Corporate Member? Read about Corporate Membership exclusive benefits and how your company can help support the Garden!
Garden Photographer Membership
Are you a photographer who would like to receive Garden photographer privileges at a great value? Read more about our Photographer Membership!
General Garden Membership
Discover the right level of Garden Membership for you or your loved ones.
Member Services Reciprocal Program

By becoming a member at the Idaho Botanical Garden you are eligible for participation in the American Horticulture Society (AHS)Reciprocal Admissions Progam (RAP)!

Current IBG Corporate Members
Horticulture Partners
The Garden appreciates the continued support of these horticulture partners.
Membership Partners
The Garden is a member of the these organizations.
Bark Blowers, Inc.
Edwards Greenhouse
FarWest Landscape & Garden Design
Flutterby Gardens Landscaping, LLC
Franz Witte Nursery
Idaho Tree Preservation
The Cottage Gardeners
Urban Escapes
2011 Annual Report
View the 2011 Annual Report and learn how the Garden grows because of donors like you.
2013 Event Highlights
View the 2013 Event Calendar Highlights!
2013 Notable Event Advisory
Facility Rental Prices and Information
Printable sheet of Site Rental Prices and Information
Help Grow the IBG Education Program
Make an Impact on Youth Education with the Idaho Botanical Garden
Idaho Gives - Thank you Idaho
May Event Advisory
Memorials and Tributes
Honor a special person in your life with a memorial donation to the Garden
Spring 2013 Continuing Education Classes

Welcome the warm weather and fresh blooms by participating in the many classes offered this spring.

The Garden in Spring
The Garden is waking up for spring. Keep checking back to see more bloom photos.
The Garden's Groupon!
Learn how to redeem your Garden Groupon! Redeem by November 16, 2013.
February Event Advisory
Help Grow the IBG Education Program
Make an Impact on Youth Education with the Idaho Botanical Garden
November Events Advisory
October Events Advisory
September - Scarecrows Needed for Fifth Annual Scarecrow Stroll
September - Visit Koi in the Garden
September 2012 Event Advisory
Site Rental Price Sheet
Printable sheet of site rental prices
Summer 2013 Continuing Education Classes
Continue to learn throughout the summer at the Garden's Continuing Education Classes.
The Garden in Summer
See how the Garden changes over the seasons and years!
2013 Outlaw Field Summer Concert Series® - Imagine Dragons Performs Tuesday, May 21!
Enjoy another season of outstanding performances by national recording artists!
August - Bug Day is Fun for Everyone
August 2012 Event Advisory
Garden Wedding Gallery
View beautiful images of past Garden weddings in all seasons!
Learn More About The Idaho Education Tax Credit
Donations to the Garden, including Garden Memberships, may qualify for the Idaho Education Tax Credit.
Nature Detectives
In June, pre-schools and daycare centers bring children to the Garden for hour-long science programs.
The Garden in Fall
The Garden is full of color in the autumn season! See the changing leaves and the bright colors!
August - Carnivale Call for Artist Entries
Garden on the Road
When the plants are dormant in January & February, the Garden goes on the road to visit area daycare centers and pre-schools.
Garden Sculptures
The Garden is the fortunate recipient of 3 large, recycled metal sculptures created by local artist, Amber Conger.
Garden Wish List
Throughout the year, the Garden needs supplies and tools that are not easily come by without the help of our generous donors.
Plein Air Paint Out 2013
The 10th annual Plein Air Paint Out takes place May 17-19, 2013
Spring and Summer Volunteer Opportunities 2013
Check out these great opportunities to support the Garden and enjoy the outdoors volunteering during the spring and summer!
Summer Botany Camp 2013

Children ages 4-9 are invited to participate in the games, crafts and nature walks of the Garden's morning science program.

Winter Garden aGlow Volunteer
Winter Garden aGlow Tent Rental
Carnevale
Feast your eyes on visual and performing arts in this eclectic evening - Saturday, June 15, 2013.
Children's Group Tours
These tours were designed to supplement school science curricula.
Garden Tour and Garden Gala 2013
The 2013 Garden Tour showcases a variety of private gardens in Boise, Sunday, June 23.
General Donation Form
Click here to print a general monetary donation form.
July 2012 Event Advisory
Lunaria Grant Program
Grants Available for Idaho Horticulture Projects through the Idaho Botanical Garden Lunaria Grant Program
Saturday Camp
New this year, Saturday Camp is for children ages 5-9 years old.
Savor Idaho 2013
Savor Idaho takes place Sunday, June 9, 2013!
The Garden's Preferred Site Rental Vendor
Learn more about what Tates Rents & Events has to offer!
Weddings

The Idaho Botanical Garden offers an intimate natural setting for weddings year-round.

Great Garden Escape Concert Series and Uncorked in the Garden
Enjoy a relaxing summer evening in the coolness of the Garden with great music, fine food, and friends.
In-Kind Donation Form
Click here to print an in-kind donation form.
June - Garden Tour Featured with BSU Public Radio
Lasting Legacy Program
Leave a legacy to the Garden through charitable gift and estate planning.
Make a Year End Gift to the Garden
Make a tax deductible gift today!
Sagebrush Steppe Master Naturalists
Find out more about the Master Naturalist program
The Garden in Winter
The Garden is a magical place during the winter months!
Garden Lecture Series Presents Idaho History Topics
Request a Garden Passes
The Garden will donate guest passes or event passes for 501(c)3 organizations' fundraising efforts.
The Garden Table
Once a month, the Garden invites vintners, chefs, and musicians, to showcase Idaho fruits and labor.
June 2012 Events Advisory
Movies in the Garden
Pack a picnic, bring a blanket, and come out to the Garden for this summertime classic.
National Public Gardens Day
National Public Gardens Day was celebrated on May 10th at the Idaho Botanical Garden!
Opera Idaho Presents 'The Sound of Music'
The Idaho Botanical Garden and Opera Idaho again partner for an evening of opera in the Garden, Friday, July 19, 2013.
Bug Day
A fantastic family event presented by the Idaho Botanical Garden and the Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History at the College of Idaho, Saturday, August 24, 2013.
Welcome New Horticulture Staff
20th Annual Koi & Goldfish Show
The Garden is pleased to host the Idaho Water Garden & Koi Society 's 20th Annual Koi and Goldfish Show, Saturday, September 14, 2013!
Grow the Garden Party Fundraising Event
A playful fundraiser in the Garden featuring spectacular local food and cocktails, silent and live auctions and music, Friday, September 27, 2013.
Let's Move Museum and Garden Campaign
Ward Hooper Limited Edition Garden Designs
Ward Hooper Limited Edition Garden Designs Custom artwork available in celebration of anniversary milestone
Learn About Garden Membership
Learn about General Garden Membership levels, benefits and how to join or renew your membership today!
Scarecrow Stroll
Visit the Garden this fall to view scarecrow art and sign up for the Sixth Annual Scarcrow Stroll contest, September 15-October 15, 2013!
Fall Harvest Festival
Celebrate the changing season with family at the Fall Harvest Festival, Saturday & Sunday, October 5&6, 2013!
Learn about the Perennial Society
Discover how you can give extra support to the Garden and receive exclusive benefits as a Perennial Society Member.
Winter Garden aGlow
Imagine more than 250,000 lights artistically adorning the plant displays during this unique, outdoor event.
Give the gift of a Garden Membership
Give the gift of an Idaho Botanical Garden membership to friends or family! Choose to mail your gift by clicking this link to print and fill out our Gift Membership Application or click on the purple Join or Renew above to gift a membership online.
Spring Plant Sale 2013
Garden members have exclusive entrance on Friday, May 3rd, 2013 while the public is welcome to purchase plants Saturday, May 4, 2013.
Bonsai Workshop, May 20

Seedling trees are placed in earthenware pots and manipulated so that they represent the strength and beauty of an ancient tree.

"Plant Driven Design" Book Review

A book review by Mary Ann Newcomer

2009 Education Calendar
A listed calendar of IBG education events for 2009
2012 Event Highlights Brochure
2012 Garden Spring Hours
2013 Garden Tour and Garden Gala
About Garden Programs and Plant Collections
Annual Gifting and Lasting Legacy Program
Give Mondy
Annual Gifting/Lasting Legacy Program
Annual Gifting


Annual Campaign Gifts:
Two annual campaigns, The Annual Spring Fund Raising Drive and the Year-end Gifting Campaign allow the Idaho Botanical Garden to maintain the acres of Garden under cultivation, increase the plant collections, fund education programs for children and adults and offer entertaining events for young and old alike.

Each spring and winter letters are sent to members and friends with requests of support. An annual gift during one of these campaigns, in any amount, keeps the operations of this Garden going.

Tribute Gifts

Each spring the Idaho B
Annual Report 2007
Birds in the Garden
A list of birds you might see during your visit.
BLM Firewise Garden
The BLM Firewise Garden is a partnership between the Bureau of Land Management and CWI Horticulture Program and the Idaho Botanical Garden
BLM Native Seed Program
IBG receives Bureau of Land Management Native Plant Materials Grant.
Board of Directors

Idaho Botanical Gardens Board of Directors provide vision, direction and support for the Garden's development, programs and events.

Botanical Bugs Teacher Packet
Carnivorous Plant Collection
Various carnivorous plants join the Garden's collection in the Children's Adventure Garden.
Carnivorous Plant Display
Various carnivorous plants join the Garden's collection in the Children's Adventure Garden.
Children's Adventure Garden
View the first phases of IBG's Children's Adventure Garden.
Children's Gardening Workshop, March 15

Bring your children and help them discover the joys of gardening.

Children's Journaling, May 20

Record your outdoor experiences like explorers have done for hundreds of years.

Chinese Herbs And Your Skin, March 18

Chinese herbal medicine has many treatments to keep the skin beautiful.

Company Meetings/Receptions
Businesses, invite your employees or clients to enjoy the Garden setting while you meet for business or pleasure.
Current IBG Photographer Members
Dr. Steven Love
Elected Board Officers and Members
E-Z digger
Killer tools for weeds
Fall Lawn Care Tips
Suggestions to prepare your lawn for winter.
Flower Power Packet
Foothills Grove
An arena-shaped grass outdoor classroom surrounded by beautiful trees.
Foothills Native Plant Garden
In 2008, the Idaho Botanical Garden "broke ground" on a new area above the Lewis and Clark Native Plant Garden.
Foothills Restoration
One of the Garden’s missions is to work towards restoration of foothills areas.
Garden Art Gallery
View updated photos of various Garden sculptures and art.
Garden Hotel Partners
The Garden is pleased to partner with local Treasure Valley hotels bringing you convenience and value.
Garden Photographer Members
View a list of photographers around the Treasure Valley who have chosen to support the Garden as Photographer Members.
Garden Wedding Gallery
Garden Wedding Gallery
View beautiful images of past Garden weddings in all seasons!
Garden Woods
Trees planted by old Idaho State Penitentiary inmates create an inviting forest and provide shade to the picnic grounds.
Gardening By The Month, April 12

April, May, June, and September are probably the most demanding months for landscapes and gardens.

Gardening With Children, March 15

We'll learn practical tips to teach or facilitate youth horticulture, gardening, and environmental science.

Glorious Containers Workshop, May 20

No matter where you live, flowering pots beautify your abode.

Guided Tours
Enjoy guided tours through the Garden on Saturdays in July and August.
Hanging Basket Workshop, May 10

Hanging containers add beauty and a tropical atmosphere to your home.

Herb Garden
Flavorful and fragrant, the Herb Garden contains plants rich in legend and lore as well as aroma.
Herbaceous Border & Historical Iris Collection
This garden contains Dykes Medal Iris varieties and is located parallel to the English Garden.
Hori Hori Knives

Perfect for all around Garden use, these knives are a favorite!

Hypertufa Troughs, April 8

Hypertufa troughs make wonderful planters for shallow-rooted outdoor plants such as alpines, thymes and succulents.

IBG Annual Fundraisers and Lasting Legacy Program
IBG Firewise Garden - Protect your Home from Wild Fires
Idaho Native Plant Garden
Originally planted in 1990, the Idaho Native Plant Garden was overhauled in 2010.
Imperiled Plant Species Project
In 2011, the Garden is pleased to participate in the Boise National Forest's “Imperiled Plant Species Genetic Conservation” program.
Jane Falk Oppenheimer Heirloom Rose Garden
This garden features Heirloom and other rose varieties in a traditional perennial setting.
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Koi Pond in the Children's Adventure Garden
Learn about how the Koi Pond in the Children's Adventure Garden came to be!
Labyrinth
This Celtic labyrinth aids meditation.
Late Summer/Early Fall Maintenance Suggestions
Late season gardening tips to consider.
Lewis & Clark Native Plant Garden
Opened in 2006, the garden features plants described by Meriwether Lewis in his journals.
Lewis and Clark Tour Packet

Printable teacher packet for tour

Local Resources
View a list of local waterwise and wildlife friendly garden designers, native plant sources and irrigation resources.
Lunaria Grant Program
Master Naturalist Program
Meditation Garden
The Meditation Garden's many nooks and crannies are to the north of the Children's Garden.
Meet the IBG Staff
Idaho Botanical Garden staff, through their labor and dedication, bring the Garden's Master Plan towards fruition.
Memorial Services
The Idaho Botanical Garden offers a beautiful setting for a Memorial Service to remember a loved one.
Memorial/Tribute Application
A printable version of the Application for Memorials and Tributes
Muriel and Diana Kirk English Garden
This garden was designed by world-reknowned English landscape architect John Brookes.
Native and Xeric Plant Nurseries and Seed Companies
Native and xeric plant resources for Idaho and adjacent states.
Nature's Garden Packet
New Summer Evening Hours in 2011
New in 2011, enjoy summer evening hours every Tuesday and Friday, May-October.
Newly Stocked Bookcase
Newly released books have been added to our Garden Store!
Outlaw Field
"The Outlaws", an inmate team formed in the 1930's, played baseball games here.
Paper Making Workshop, May 6

This class focuses on creating hand-made paper from a variety of fiber and inclusions from different vegetation.

Parties/Receptions
Welcome friends to a bridal or baby shower, celebrate a birthday or enjoy a reunion.
Partner Organizations

Learn more about our partner organizations where the Garden is a member!

Peony Collection
Planted in 1992 as a memorial to the parents of one of the Garden's most ardent supporters, Margaret Tillotson.
Pruning Deciduous Trees, March 7
Correct pruning is part art and part science.
Rare Idaho Plants at the IBG
Did you know that the Garden has two globally rare species in our plant collection?
Ready, Set, Grow Packet
Rock Gardens, August 5
Are you considering creating a rock garden to enhance a water feature, landscape a naturally sloping area of your yard, enable you to grow many plants in a small space, reduce lawn area, or just because you love the idea of rock gardening?
Sagebrush Steppe Master Naturalists
Find out more about the Master Naturalist program
Seasonal Rose Care
Some helpful tips to get your roses through the winter.
Seed Sense Pre- & Post-Visit Ideas
Spring & Summer 2010 Volunteer Opportunities
Check out these great opportunities to support the Garden and get outdoors volunteering at fantastic Spring and Summer Events!
Spring and Summer Volunteer Opportunities 2013
Spring Gardening Tips
Guidelines and suggestions to get you going come spring.
Starting From Seed, March 11

Starting seeds at home will allow you to add vegetables and flowers to your garden not available as plants.

Sue's Ice Cold Necklaces
Beat the Heat!
Summer Succulent Garden
In 2008, Idaho Botanical Garden garden staff planted an extensive bed of non-hardy succulents and cacti giving visitors yet another area to look forward to seeing come summer
Tai Chi In The Garden, April 29 on

Become centered within the invigorating morning sounds and scents of the Idaho Botanical Garden.

The Green Roof on The Gathering Place
In 2008, approximately 1,800 native plants were planted on the 800 square foot Green Roof on the Gathering Place.
The Stroll for Heart and Soul
The Vegetable Garden
This seasonal garden is not only a source of summer veggies, but also a multitude of colorful annual flowers, plus the ever-popular pumpkin patch.
Tribute and Lasting Legacy Program
The Idaho Botanical Garden is a special place in our community.  With peaceful floral settings and an incredible view of Treasure Valley, the Garden is a beautiful setting for honoring a special person in our lives or leaving a lasting legacy.

The Idaho Botanical Garden is a private non-profit organization sustained by the generostiy of its members, friends and neighbors.  Here is how you can "keep the Garden growning."
Tried And True Trees, May 13

If you are considering adding a tree to your landscape this year, come see the trees that are proven winners in the Valley.

Tub Trug
These rugged tubs are a gardener's best friend.
Utah Garden Tour 2010 Itinerary
Water Conservation Landscape
This landscape focuses on water conserving plants that are attractive to humans as well as insect pollinators and hummingbirds.
Waterwise and Native Plant Demonstration Gardens in the Treasure Valley
These gardens may be viewed by the general public.
Western Natives Demonstration Plot
In May 2008, Dr. Steve Love delivered 50 plants of 13 different species to be used as an evaluation to assess the potential horticulture value.
Western Waterwise Garden
Opened in 2008, this garden demonstrates how western native plants and their hybridized offspring can be incorporated into the home landscape.
Wildlife in the Garden
A list of the different wildlife found in the Garden.
Winter Garden aGlow Job Opportunities
Winter Garden aGlow Volunteer Job Opportunites!
Winter Garden aGlow Volunteer Jobs 2008
It is volunteers that make all the difference during our special events such as Winter Garden aGlow. Find out what jobs are available this season!
Winter Garden aGlow Volunteer Jobs 2008
It is the volunteers that make all the difference during our special events. Find out how to help out during this season's Winter Garden aglow.
Winterizing Your Garden
Now that the temperatures have dropped below freezing, it is time to ready your garden for the winter.
Wonders of the Water Cycle Packet
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