Welcome to a new year filled with natural wonders at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens! As January unfolds, the garden takes on a serene and enchanting atmosphere, offering visitors a unique experience amidst the winter landscape. Join us on a virtual stroll through the garden's scenic beauty and discover the hidden...
Amigos de Vista Lions Club Keeps on Giving
By Julie Smith Taylor Over the last 50+ years, members of the Amigos de Vista Lions Club have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to support community programs and several local charities. In April of 1970, the organization was formed to help the sight-impaired, local youth programs and the needy....
Fall Garden Delights: Best Plants and Their Insect Admirers
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, it's time to embrace the beauty of fall gardening. While spring and summer gardens are known for their vibrant blooms, autumn offers its unique charm with a rich tapestry of colors and textures. In this guide, we'll explore some of...
The Impact of Botanical Gardens on Biodiversity Conservation: A Closer Look at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens
Introduction As our planet faces increasing environmental challenges, the preservation of biodiversity has become more critical than ever. Among the many initiatives to protect our natural heritage, botanical gardens play a significant role in safeguarding and promoting biodiversity. In this article, we will explore the impact of botanical gardens on...
Jingle Terrace Live! – AVBG 2022 Raffle
Fall Newsletter 2022
Fall Newsletter 2022 We are excited and pleased to announce the return of our newsletter. We plan to have a newsletter for each season with “what’s new” in the gardens, Membership Update, member or volunteer spotlight, and upcoming events in the garden. Our next event is our 14th Annual Fall...
Great Big Thank You to the North Coast Church Leaders and Volunteers
A true miracle happened last weekend at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens. A large group of over 200 kind, hardworking, and giving Church volunteers from the North Coast Church descended upon our Gardens and transformed them. The church members took on multiple tasks of weeding 14 acres, spreading mulch, building a...
8 Amazing Open Gardens! Experience Spring In A New Way!
Spring in San Diego is like that scene in the Wizard of Oz when everything changes from black and white to technicolor. Vibrant shades appear on budding flowers, bushes and trees. It's nature's biggest show, and you don't want to miss it. Alta Vista Botanical Gardens 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, CA 92084 Admission...
The Coast News – Hit the Road: Enhanced Alta Vista Botanical Gardens a treat for all ages
When we decided to take our 6-year-old grandson to Alta Vista Botanical Gardens in Vista, we were relatively ignorant about the 14-acre mini-park nestled within Brengle Terrace Park. It had been several years since our last visit, and we were delighted to find the gardens expanded and enriched. Largely the work of...
Dig In! A Peek inside a Kids in the Garden Class
Sunshine peeped through clouds as fourteen happy families gathered around Farmer Jones for the eagerly anticipated March 13th Kids in the Garden class. Following COVID protocols, the class was divided into two sessions so families could sit at separate tables and everyone had worn colorful & garden themed masks. Kids...
