The San Francisco Garden Club
The San Francisco Garden Club (SFGC) was founded in 1926 and is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization that is nonpolitical and nonsectarian in nature. The purpose of the SFGC is to support the historic horticultural beauty of the City and County of San Francisco and the fellowship of those who are fond of gardens and flowers. Member participation includes raising funds for diverse civic projects that help to preserve S.F.’s many historic and scenic points of interest.
Join Us: Hitomi Gilliam Luncheon at Metropolitan
Hitomi Gilliam, AIFD, is an internationally acclaimed floral artist, educator, and design innovator known for her sculptural botanical compositions. A sought-after presenter and workshop leader, she has inspired designers worldwide with her creative techniques, sustainable practices, and visionary approach to contemporary floral art.

Dutch Flower Paintings and the Art of Botanical Illusion
All of us know and love those gorgeous paintings of bouquets, swags, wreaths and goodness knows what else the artists could imagine. You might enjoy

Featured Garden: Saihō-ji (Kokedera), Kyoto, Japan
Hidden in the western foothills of Kyoto lies one of the most contemplative gardens in the world. Known as Kokedera, or the “Moss Temple,” Saihō-ji


