Help us grow a greener tomorrow
Become a member of the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens and help us protect, nurture, and share the wonders of this community treasure.
Antiques at the Gardens
Thursday, September 28 – Sunday, October 1
Save the date for the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ 17th-annual Antiques at the Gardens show in fall 2023! Created by a committee of 150 dedicated volunteers, Birmingham’s premier antiques…
Red Diamond Lecture: Martin Brudnizki
Friday, September 29 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sponsored by Red Diamond, Inc. Martin Brudnizki is the founder and principal of Martin Brudnizki Design Studio (MBDS), an internationally acclaimed interior architecture and design practice. The genius behind some…
The Art of the Home
Sunday, October 1 | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
How does design—architecture, interiors, and gardens—communicate to create memorable and liveable spaces? Our panel of experts explore the design choices that elevate a home to its greatest potential. Book signings…
Visit Us
Free Admission • Free Parking
Spring/Summer Garden Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
Garden Center Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays
What’s in Bloom?
Ostrich fern (Matteuccia struthiopteris)
In spring, ostrich fern pushes its large upright fronds that contrast with the dark brown, fertile fronds that emerge from the crown of the foliage in midsummer and persist through winter.
Where to find it: Bog Garden, Kaul Wildflower Garden
Peak Times: Early summer through fall