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The Seeds of Wonder Children's Garden became the West Coast's first interactive children's garden when it opened to the public in April of 2003. Designed by a carefully recruited team of talented professionals, this one-of-a-kind garden will serve as a preview for the acre-plus San Diego Children's Garden, a component of Quail Botanical Garden's master plan for expansion. (click here for UT article on Seeds of Wonder)
Seeds of Wonder designer Dugmore Design Studio, received an Honor Award from the San Diego Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA).
The Seeds of Wonder garden includes such delights as living topiaries, a grassy "rolling hill," an exotic Baby Dinosaur Forest, and the "Secret Garden," as well as sculpture and interactive nature-play features. It is located at the southwest corner of the main parking lot, near the Ecke administration building. In July of 2005, a family restroom was built adjoining the children's garden featuring a child-size commode and a roof planted in succulents.
The Seeds of Wonder Children's Garden features many ongoing and special family events.
In 2000, the trustees and staff of QBG drew upon the inspiration of Jane L. Taylor, the creator of the nationally acclaimed 4-H Club Children's Garden at Michigan State University, and began planning Seeds of Wonder . Ms. Taylor was a key member of the Children's Garden Design Committee at Quail Gardens.
Over the last decade, children's gardens have gained popularity across the country, as many teachers, parents and others have voiced concern that in this day and age children have little opportunity to explore the wonders of nature.
Ongoing programs complimenting the new children's garden are rotated periodically. Most are geared toward children ages 18 months through 6 years old, although all ages are welcome. Ongoing programs are free with regular garden admission and pre-registration is not required unless otherwise noted.
| 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Tuesday: Tales and Tunes 10:30am - 12 noon |
| Children and their caregivers participate in stories and songs at 10:30 - 11:00. Play in the garden and pot plants to take home 10am - Noon. |
| Every Wednesday: Garden Arts and Crafts 10 AM - Noon |
| Children may participate in a variety of arts and crafts at 10:00 - 11:30. There will also be plant potting and other fun activities. |
| 1st, 2nd,3rd Thursdays: Plants, Wings, and Crawly Things 10 AM - Noon |
| Children will discover the plants and bugs that live in our garden. Preschoolers will participate in special science activities from 10:00 - 11am. |
| 2nd Friday of each Month: Friday Fun! 10 AM - Noon. |
| Children may pot a plant and play in the garden... Presented in cooperation with the SD County Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures. |
Cancellations
Special Events
In addition to the ongoing programs, there are special events from time to time requiring pre-registration. The Seeds of Wonder may also be reserved for Birthday Parties.
Summer science camps at Quail Botanical Gardens for children K - 6th grade. For more information, visit www.scienceadventures.com.
The Seeds of Wonder Children's Garden is the perfect place for a memorable child's birthday party. We will work with you to plan activities, and set up for the party.
We recommend you schedule your party at least a month in advance, as our calendar fills up quickly. For fees and further information, please call 760-436-3036 x 222.
Maybe you or someone you know could help provide Seeds of Wonder with the following...
- Dawn dishwashing liquid for bubble play
- Sharpie pens
Often in the excitement of exploring the Gardens children's clothing and toys are left behind. Please call 760-436-3036 x 206 if your child is missing something after a trip to the Gardens.
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