PLANTS. PEOPLE. PLANET.
The Chicago Botanic Garden celebrates Earth Day every day—conservation is our mission: We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life.
Show some ♥ for our planet
Looking to up your conservation game? Explore Earth Day topics—from the global reach of our plant conservation scientists to eco-friendly tips for your own home. When Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970, the Garden's nine islands and six miles of lake shoreline were under construction. Since the beginning, the Garden has been a place where learning never stops. Let our Earth Day selections inspire you.
New This Week
Join the Movement
Get involved, show support, make a difference.
Dive into Nature
On Earth Day (and every day), be surrounded by nature.
Tiny but Mighty Heroes
We get by with a lot of help from these friends.
Eco-friendly Gardening
Get tips on "greener" gardening.
Plants to Know and Grow
All about plants and planet
The Connection Between Plants and Animals
Information on what plants are best for the Midwest
Perennials Time to Divide Multiply
Our Save-the-Planet Team at Work