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Welcome
The BBG began as the personal collection of a remarkable plantswoman,
Rae Selling Berry (1881-1976). We maintain and expand this extraordinary
landscape in the service of education, conservation and horticulture.
HOURS AND DIRECTIONS
MISSION
HISTORY
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Virtual Tour
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A living plant museum
Plants
from around the world mingle with those of the Pacific Northwest.
Stroll the native plant trail and learn about gardening for wildlife.
The largest public rock garden on the West coast is a beautiful
place to view flowers of the mountains. See uncommon trees, primulas,
rhododendrons and more.
Ribes sanguineum 'Pokey's Pink'
HORTICULTURE
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Saving plants from
extinction
We
are partners with agencies and organizations, local and world-wide,
in all aspects of plant conservation, including field studies, seed
storage and, when appropriate, the re-introduction of plants nearing
extinction.
CONSERVATION
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Teaching about plants
and gardening
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classes and hikes to volunteer opportunities and guided tours, the
education program is here to help you learn about plants and gardening
in the Pacific Northwest.
EDUCATION
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Support us!
We depend on support from Members, donors and volunteers
in our goals of continuing the legacy of Rae Selling Berry, plant
conservation, and connecting people with plants.
SUPPORT US
GET INVOLVED!
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