San Francisco Botanical Garden's more than 200 rare magnolia trees reached peak bloom on January 29, 2026, with colors and fragrance lasting 2–3 weeks.
This East Bay garden has transformed into an immense cactus light show
Ruth Bancroft Garden's Garden of D'Lights transforms cacti and succulents into an illuminated, water-wise holiday display with lights, sculptures, lasers, evening shopping and refreshments through Jan. 11.