The Gardens at Heather Farm 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

"a lot of duck poops near lake. But, still nice to bike there"

"The Heather Farm garden is a delightful, compact garden adorned with an array of flowers, fruit trees, and ever-changing seasonal blossoms. Numerous roses are currently in full bloom, complemented by a charming butterfly garden and a small children’s garden, where grapes are flourishing. Ample shaded spaces offer an ideal setting for a leisurely summer picnic. Accessing the garden is most convenient from the adjacent parking area."

"What I love about the gardens is that they have a little section dedicated to native plants. Often it is hard to find such beautiful examples of our beloved Californian and natural heritage out and about. This is a great place to bring children to encultureate them and educate them about the unique bio diversity our fine state has to offer, as well as, the world. If you are elderly this is a nice place to come by and Contemplate life in Serenity. If you are a lover bring your significant other and hold hands as you walk side-by-side through beauty and grandeur. Enjoy the art that Is displayed throughout the garden. If you are emotional like me, then stop and read the memorials and recognize how many people have come together in order to Grant us this gift. The gardens at Heather farms is an example of how community can Act as a force for good!"

"Wanted a new stroll and found the Gardens at Heather Farms. Our first visit in December was refreshing if not flower-ful. Our second visit in February rewarded us with much more color and the promise of a glorious summer to come. Will definitely be back to enjoy the garden in additional seasons. Many paths to meander through; we particularly like the succulent area. Pay attention to the strawberry tree add you enter; the bark and fruit are fascinating!"

"Part of Heather Farm Park, beautiful, public garden to visit when the roses are in full bloom. Open from sunrise to sunset, unless a private event is taking place on the grounds. The roses are clearly marked for those who are interested. Well-maintained. Popular (aka crowded) during the weekends with families and couples strolling. Very popular for weddings and private parties during the summer. You really don't have to spend a lot money on flowers when the garden is in full bloom. 9/30/2019 update: From March - November, there is a fantastic Six 6-week sessions on Tuesdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m. called “Nature Explorers Program“ for 2 to 5 year old preschoolers. It’s a 90 minute “Parent/caregiver and Me” class that teaches about nature, the environment, a little bit of science, etc through storytime, walking through the Gardens, and creating a hands on arts & craft project. The weekly 90 minutes outdoor class goes by fast for both your kid and you (and you both learn about nature). Ms Noelle is great with the kids and helps out both kids and parents during the weekly arts project if needed. She spends a great deal of time prepping for the weekly topic and her arts & crafts project is always interesting, clever, and creative for both your kid and you to make. The parents are always talking about creative and imaginative she is with everyday household items and what we gather around the Gardens to add and incorporate into it. Highly recommend this weekly Program for 3 1/2 year olds and up. The older kids get more out of it than the younger ones (my observation after attending 2- 6 weeks sessions with my 3 year olds). As mine are getting older they appreciate and participate more of the weekly class now then we first started. They also are excited when Tuesdays come around because they get to go the “Gardens and see Ms Noelle.” Gardens does offer sibling discounts and Members discounts (Join the annual Gardens of Heather Farms membership - It’s a great nonprofit) for the Nature Explorers Program sessions. You can pick and chose which of the six 6-week sessions to sign up for or you can sign up and pay for a weekly Tuesday class if there is availability."