The mission of the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens, Inc. (FBBG) is to provide a garden setting
for learning that nurtures understanding, enjoyment, and stewardship of our natural world,
while nourishing and preserving the gardens for future generations.
FBBG is dedicated to suporting County owned Boerner since 1984 ~ our 41st year!
The Boerner Botanical Gardens season begins May 1.
Botanical Gardens Hours
- May 1 – August 30:
- Building/Garden Hours:
- Monday through Friday – 10am-6pm – last paid Garden admission at 5pm
- Saturday & Sunday – 9am-6pm – last paid Garden admission at 5pm
- Margie’s Garden Hours:
- Monday through Friday 10am – 6pm
- Saturday & Sunday 9am-6pm
- Garden House Hours
- Monday through Friday 10m-5pm
- Saturday & Sunday 9am-5pm
- September 1 through October 31:
- Building/Garden Hours:
- Monday through Friday – 10am-4pm – last paid Garden admission at 3pm
- Saturday & Sunday – 9am-4pm – last paid Garden admission at 3pm
- Margie’s Garden Hours:
- Monday through Friday 10am – 4pm
- Saturday & Sunday 9am-4pm
- Garden House Hours
- Monday through Friday 10m-3pm
- Saturday & Sunday 9am-3pm
The FBBG Gift Shop is open!
Gift Shop hours: 10am – 3pm, Monday – Friday
The FBBG Gift Shop is closed Saturday and Sunday.
Sign up to become a Member today!
FBBG Memberships (new and renewal) are being processed.
Questions/info re FBBG memberships: cbielefeldt@fbbg.org or info@
Radler Rosarium Garden Tours
Plan your visit to the Radler Rosarium in Greenfield WI
HERB & ARTISAN FAIR
Join the Herb Society of America, WI Unit for the annual Herb & Artisan Fair.
Saturday, May 17 – 9am to 3pm
PLANNED AND CHARITABLE GIVING
Your Charitable Giving…
There are many ways to help preserve our historic Gardens.
Your support is invaluable.
WEDNESDAY GARDEN WALKS
Join us Wednesday evenings from May – August for a guided garden walk. Each week will be guided by a topic expert. Cost $5/per person. No reservation required. Meet in front of the Education & Visitor Center.
Margie’s Garden – Fbbg donor-driven children’s garden
To see what’s blooming in Margie’s Garden, visit this link:
FBBG FUNDED SAFETY RAILS
FBBG provided the funding for safety rails and they are now in place for easier/safer access to the historic Rock Garden.
GETTING READY FOR SPRING GARDENING
with Zannah Crowe
Come and join us to hear tips and suggestions for success in starting up your home garden for the season. This class will include a presentation and Q&A session with a professional horticulturist.
RAISED BED GARDENING
with Jim Gill, Master Gardener
This presentation will cover the basics of this gardening style, providing what you need to know to get started yourself!
Become a Member
As a member of the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens (FBBG), you help support one of Wisconsin’s historic and most unique and beautiful natural spaces.
Your membership makes a difference!
The Gardens were developed as a retreat for fun and environmental learning.
The Gardens themselves are owned and managed by Milwaukee County.
Donate – Support FBBG
The Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens (FBBG) is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization.
Your gift to FBBG is used to promote the Gardens as a vital regional asset while providing valuable educational programs and special events for the community.
Unrestricted gifts are flexible and allocated wherever the need is greatest – from purchasing new plants or garden equipment, to supporting one of our adult/children’s educational programs to helping offset the cost of operations. Whatever its purpose, you can be assured that your unrestricted gift can make a significant impact.
Your generosity helps preserve this invaluable venue for generations.
To make a gift, contact Ellen at (414) 525-5651 or via email
Volunteer
FBBG offers many. year-round volunteer opportunities! You’ll have fun and support your community.
To sign up or learn more, call 414-525-5653.
Classes/events/activities for everyone!
FBBG offers a variety of year-round Adult, Children and Family Education classes, events and Garden Walks.
