Watch out for wild mushrooms
16 May 2022
As the wet weather sets in across much of the state, South Australians heading outdoors are reminded not to pick and eat wild mushrooms.
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Stunning images unveiled as Wildlife Photographer of the Year arrives in Adelaide
01 April 2022
The world-renowned exhibition, on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, has opened at Adelaide Botanic Garden, featuring exceptional images which capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular flora and landscape images, and compelling photojournalism.
Environmental refuse reborn at new Adelaide Botanic Garden art exhibition
02 March 2022
A new exhibition that displays works of art crafted from agricultural refuse, weeds and debris from environmental regeneration projects has today launched at Adelaide Botanic Garden.
Mount Lofty Botanic Garden’s creator commemorated at popular viewing platform
17 February 2022
The Director responsible for establishing and developing Mount Lofty Botanic Garden, Noel Lothian, is today being commemorated with a plaque at one of the Garden’s most popular scenic spots.
Mount Lofty Botanic Garden closed due to Severe Fire Danger rating.
12 February 2022
Due to the severe fire danger rating issued in the Mount Lofty Ranges, Mount Lofty Botanic Garden will be closed on Sunday 13 February 2022.
Mount Lofty Botanic Garden closed due to Severe Fire Danger rating.
07 February 2022
Due to the severe fire danger rating issued in the Mount Lofty Ranges, Mount Lofty Botanic Garden will be closed on Tuesday 8 February 2022.
Mount Lofty Botanic Garden closed due to Severe Fire Danger rating.
19 January 2022
Due to the severe fire danger rating issued in the Mount Lofty Ranges, Mount Lofty Botanic Garden will be closed on Thursday 20 January 2022.
Blood-thirsty plants in the limelight at Adelaide Botanic Garden
10 January 2022
Man-eating plants and villainous flora are the focus of a new series of events at Adelaide Botanic Garden, as it celebrates Plants in Science Fiction this January.
Mount Lofty Botanic Garden closed due to Severe Fire Danger rating.
30 December 2021
Due to the severe fire danger rating issued in the Mount Lofty Ranges, Mount Lofty Botanic Garden will be closed on Friday 31 December 2021.
New President for the Friends of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide
17 November 2021
We’re delighted to welcome Mr Ed McAlister to his new role as President of the Friends of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide.Whilst new to the role, Ed is no stranger to the Gardens.
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Adelaide Botanic Garden shrinks for new ABC TV show
03 May 2022
Adelaide Botanic Garden has been shrunk down to fun-sized flowers, teensy trees and a petite Palm House for a new ABC TV show, Tiny Oz.
8 things to work on in your garden this autumn
30 March 2022
Up your autumn gardening game with these seasonal gardening tips that will have your yard coming up roses.