This is a free community program. Please consider supporting the Gardens of Golden Gate Park with a recommended donation of $5-20. Your support helps us connect people to plants, the planet, and each other.
Saturday, February 14, 2026
11am-12pm
San Francisco Botanical Garden — Plant Shop
About the Program
Houseplants are a wonderful addition to a home, and keeping a few practical and science-based tips in mind will ensure they provide years of enjoyment!
In this talk, the basics of stewardship will be covered, including light requirements, watering schedules, fertilizing, repotting, and trouble-shooting. With so many species of plants that can thrive in your home, choosing plants to suit your particular needs will also be discussed. There will be time for Q & A, so feel free to bring any questions you might have about plants already in your care.
About the Speaker
Dacotah Swett is a retired high school biology and chemistry teacher. She also taught botany and horticulture classes and enjoys sharing tips to help specific plants thrive in challenging microclimates and conditions. She is interested in the propagation and care of a wide range of plants, from prehistoric moss and ferns to stately, long-lived trees. Her other areas of interest include houseplants, vegetable gardening, garden design, and planting native species to support wildlife in our backyards. Dacotah became a UC Master Gardener in 2024.
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RSVP Required. Heavy rain cancels. Admission to the Garden is free for San Francisco residents, veterans, Museums for All/EBT participants, and Gardens members.
Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.
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