This time of year, the Arboretum hosts both Anna’s and Allen’s hummingbirds, the two Most-common Species, in Northern California.

“The Density of Hummingbirds - the Number per Area in the Arboretum - is ridiculously high,” says Bruce Lyon, Professor Emeriti of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at UCSC. “You can watch them feeding on flowers, you can watch their courtship, you can watch them chasing different species. It’s a great opportunity to see some pretty amazing hummingbird biology.”

In celebration of this special time of year, We invite you to visit the Garden as much as possible! We will have Presentations, Workshops, and Tours throughout the Month.

See our webpage for a schedule of activities and more information about hummingbirds and the abundance of plants at the Arboretum that attract them. We will also feature Hummingbird Merchandise and Hummingbird-attracting Plants at our Gift shop and Nursery. Visit Norrie’s Gift & Garden Shop, Tuesdays thru Sundays from 10:00am to 4:00pm. For more information visit: https://arboretum.ucsc.edu/garden-shop/

All events are free with paid admission:
• Adults: $10.00
• Seniors: $8.00
• Youth, Ages 4-17:$5.00

UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden:
• Located on the University of California Campus
• 120 Arboretum Road, Santa Cruz
• Phone: (831) 502-2998

Current Members are always free and enjoy other great benefits year-round! Join Today at https://arboretum.ucsc.edu/get-involved/join-us/

Rain cancels Outdoor Activities.