Children & Families | Naples Botanical Garden

Garden Adventures!

Before you venture onto the pathway, pick up a W.O.N.D.E.R. Activity Pack at the Chabraja Visitor Center with materials specially created by our Garden educators. Or drop by the W.O.N.D.E.R. table to join us for a daily activity that encourages families to Walk, Observe, Navigate, Draw, Explore, and Read.

W.ON.D.E.R. Monthly Themes

September – Stormy Weather & Mangroves

Did you know that mangrove habitats protect Florida’s coastline from damaging wind, rain, and currents caused by storms? Learn more about how their dense root system not only acts as a barrier between the sea and the mainland, but also provides refuge to wildlife.

Location: Scott Florida Garden

October – Super Seeds

Have you ever planted a seed and waited patiently to see that first little sprout of green pop up above the soil? Even the smallest seeds contain all that a plant needs to develop into a full-grown plant to produce seeds of its own. Discover the magic of seeds—where they come from, where they go, and what they need to grow.

Location: Performance Lawn

November – Little Green Thumbs

Learn how we take care of our vegetables, herbs, flowers, and more in this new program. You’ll even get to find out how to grow plants from cuttings, as pot up your own little piece of the garden for home!

Location: Lea Asian Garden

December – Tree-mendous Trees

Take a break from decorating your holiday tree and come hang out with the trees that make Naples Botanical Garden special. Count the rings in a tree cookie, read stories, and plant your very own Tree-mendous Tree to take home.

Location: Performance Lawn