when you feel
the bone structure
of the landscape
-Andrew Wyeth
Plant of the Month
Callicarpa japonica
(QBG # 1989.458)

Collected as wild-origin seed on
Cultural requirements for this species include full sun to part shade exposure and regular water. Flowers and fruit occur on the current year’s growth, so pruning in late winter is preferable.
Fall at Quarryhill




Welcome to Quarryhill
Botanical Garden
a unique and beautiful Asian woodland in the Valley of the Moon, on the rolling hills above Glen Ellen, California.

Founded in 1987, Quarryhill is one of the pre-eminent Asian botanical gardens globally, featuring one of the largest collections of documented, wild-collected Asian plants in the world. Quarryhill's key programs include:
- Conservation of endangered Asian species
- Wild collection of threatened species seed and specimens
- Support of education through its local schools educational tour program
- Support of scientific research and studies at institutions worldwide
The garden welcomes visitors,
and is open for both self guided and docent-led tours year-round, as well as group and organization tours and events. Click Visitors for complete tour information, or call 707-996-3166 for reservations.
An increasing variety of special events are held in the garden, including lectures, special tours, art events, musical programs and seasonal events. See the Events section for details of upcoming events.
Events
SOLD OUT!!!!
ANNOUNCEMENT!
NEW Workshop for November
Holiday Herbal Gift Making
November 21
Bring a lunch and enjoy the gardens with your new friends.
Herbal gifts you will learn to make.
Kitchen Gifts
* Herbal vinegars
* Herbal honeys -- sweet and savory
* Bouquets de garni
Bath & Cosmetic Gifts
* Lip Balm
* Bath Salts -- two types-- invigorating or relaxing
* Aromatherapy Spritzers
Click on the Events page and scroll down for the complete calendar.
Have questions
for the garden staff?
Email them to
info@quarryhillbg.org
