Come Enjoy Our Beautiful Botanical Garden!

Duration

1.5 Hours

About

The walking tour will start with a brief wildlife safety talk. Please note that bears can be in the area, both inside and outside the fenced area. Next, I will highlight the entry beds and we will work our way up to the front gate. Once inside the fence and plaza area, we will stop to talk about the history of ABG including dedicated volunteers and staff that helped transform ABG over the last 34 years. We will follow the half-mile paved loop around to the several perennial gardens, research plot, and outdoor classroom. The tour will end with the newest addition, the greenhouse, then we will exit through the nursery & gift shop. Please note that the season and weather will ultimately determine the plants that we see. April-mid May can be early for some plants and the gardens might be muddy and or slushy. Peonies are usually in full bloom from mid-June to mid-July. Mid-September might be a little late for some plants, it can be rainy and cool. Tours in Spring, Summer & Fall will cover the history of the garden, identify available plants, wildlife, trees, and also general local information. You will leave with newfound knowledge about some of the hardy plants in Alaska.

All guests will be required to follow any additional regulations from ABG at the time of your tour. All tours are subject to the operating hours of the Alaska Botanical Garden and may be canceled with limited notice.