David Cobb
David Cobb, who has painted murals for schools, businesses, and nonprofits, was selected to create a mural for the Houston Botanic Garden funded through a civic art grant from TIRZ #8.
Tianyu Arts & Culture
Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc. is the largest Chinese lantern festival producer in North America. More than 4.5 million visitors have experienced Tianyu light festivals at zoos, parks, and other outdoor venues in more than 30 U.S. cities. They employ traditional Chinese lantern makers to produce the impressive pieces included in their light shows. The Garden recently interviewed the group to better understand the artisanal process and cultural significance of Chinese lanterns.
Fox & Seeker
Thanks to a recent partnership between Houston Botanic Garden and Fox & Seeker Distilled Goods, a unique gin is now on the shelves of Spec’s stores across the greater Houston area. Botanic Harvest Gin, a limited fall release, features five fresh botanicals, hand-picked from the Culinary Garden and distilled within 24 hours of harvest.
Doug Tallamy
Doug Tallamy is an accomplished researcher, author, and teacher. His goals are to better understand the many ways insects interact with plants and how such interactions determine the diversity of animal communities. Doug has been recognized with awards from The Garden Writer’s Association, Audubon, The National Wildlife Federation, Allegheny College, Ecoforesters, The Garden Club of America, and The American Horticultural Association.
Land Care Institute
Houston Botanic Garden’s Landcare Institute is the first of its kind in our city. The program encourages the embrace of landscaping as a functional and holistic benefit to people and the planet, not just a purely aesthetic endeavor. In this approach, landscape management takes place before, during, and after installation, in a manner that promotes and sustains the immediate and surrounding environment.
Staged Photography Policy
Other’s Enjoyment Leave flowers, plants and all other elements in the garden beds for everyone to enjoy. Do not collect or remove seeds, flowers, fruits, vegetables, plant labels, rocks, etc. Please stay on designated pathways and mowed grass lawns; do not enter the mulched or planted garden beds. While we hope you will be inspired to garden at home—please d
Membership Benefits
Become a Member SUPPORT & VOLUNTEER The best way to enjoy the Houston Botanic Garden is to become a member. Treat yourself or a loved one to the gift of a membership and start enjoying these member benefits for a year. As of August 2023, the Garden participates in the American Horticultural Society’s Reciprocal Admissions Program, which offers free admission and/or additional benefits at 345 gardens throughout North America and the…
Conservation Project Updates
The recent rediscovery of the long-assumed extinct Quercus tardifolia in Big Bend National Park by a team of botanists and horticulturists serves to highlight the importance of plant conservation at botanical gardens and arboreta. As a part of Houston Botanic Garden’s mission to enrich life through discovery, education, and the conservation of plants and the natural environment, the Horticulture department has a nascent conservation program.
Anna White
Anne White Plant Records volunteer assists Garden in documenting its present with an eye to the future. Volunteers donate thousands of hours to the Garden each year.
Volunteer Profile
Volunteer SUPPORT & VOLUNTEER Volunteers are vital members of our team who share their time and talents to help us achieve our goals. Get your hands dirty outside with our horticulture team, scan tickets and greet visitors at the gate to help our visitor services staff, or assist with administrative tasks in our office — the possibilities are numerous. Complete our online form to learn more about volunteer opportunities and be…