We’re a botanical garden, living museum, and urban oasis 20 minutes from downtown Los Angeles

Descanso Gardens sits on 150 acres of cultivated and wild land nestled into a natural bowl by surrounding mountains. Explore our many paths and trails, verdant woodlands, lush gardens, and colorful native flowers. Escape the urban buzz and enjoy the best of the season.

What’s happening?

Korean Music and Dance

Saturday
September 14
3:30–4:30pm

HWAJODO Exhibition

Daily
Now–September 29
10am–4pm

Carved

Daily
October 4–30
6–10pm

Enchanted Forest of Light

Daily
November 17–January 5
5:30–10pm

Membership

Join our vibrant member community and support our growth

“Descanso has inspired me since I was a child, decades ago. Now it has inspired my son to celebrate and wonder at nature.”

Descanso Guest

GARDEN SECRET

Best spot for a quiet convo

A tucked away bench near the native plants

Relax on a bench up the hill in the California Garden, a spot with a prime view that feels secluded. It’s a perfect place for quiet contemplation or conversation.

Find us on Instagram

A new #restaurant is coming 🌿 <a href=We are delighted to open Farmhouse at Descanso with @chefrichmead in 2025. We caught up with Chef Mead at the Pasadena Farmers’ Market to hear more about his passion for food and bringing people together. His commitment to sustainability and community perfectly aligns with our mission here at the Garden. Farmhouse at Descanso is currently under construction next to the Courtyard. We can’t wait for you to join us in 2025! #FarmhouseDescanso" />

What's #growing on at the Ruth Borun Nursery and Propagation Center? Nursery Manager Frank Obregon has been propagating two types of plants that are not only pollinator-friendly, but rare in U.S. cultivation. While Periploca angustifolia and Kanahia laniflora might be mouthfuls to pronounce, they are great examples of plants that are water-wise and beautiful. <a href=Stay tuned as we share more of what's happening behind the scenes here in the garden in the coming months." />

Want to learn how to recognize the #plants around you? Join Autumn Ayers, our Garden Records and Collections Manager, at our Introduction to Plant Identification Workshop on Sept. 21 from 10–11:30am. The workshop is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. <a href=Advance registration is required on our website at descansogardens.org. Can't make it to the workshop? Enjoy Autumn's helpful tip on how to identify plants in the #mint family." />

Don't miss the End of Summer Sale at The Store! Enjoy 40% select merchandise like home decor, apparel, and more. While supplies last. The Store is open daily from 8am–5pm.

Enchanted returns Nov. 17–Jan. 5 ✨ Discover Descanso aglow at Enchanted Forest of Light this winter! Tickets go on sale to members on Sept. 10 and to non-members on Sept. 17. Learn more or become a member at descansogardens.org

1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
818.949.4200

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