Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung
museumMunicipal plant nursery and education centre operated by Grün Stadt Zürich, combining production greenhouses with a historical park and palm, tropical and subtropical houses. It hosts exhibitions, courses, markets and seminars, offers guided tours and educational programmes, and is open daily with free entry.
Upcoming Events (30)
Majas kleiner Garten
Maja's kleiner Garten is a German-language hands-on gardening workshop for children at the Stadtgärtnerei, offering playful plant education and outdoor activities for young families.
Grundlagenkurs Einmachen
Beginner-friendly hands-on workshop on home canning and preserving—learn techniques, safety and seasonal recipes to make jams, pickles and more at the Stadtgärtnerei.
Fiirabig-Gärtnere
Fiirabig‑Gärtnere is an after‑work gardening meet-up at the Stadtgärtnerei (Zurich city nursery) offering hands-on plant activities and a relaxed community gathering for all ages.
Duftende Pflanzen destillieren
Hands-on workshop for children and youths to distill fragrant plants and learn about botanical scents and basic distillation techniques at the Stadtgärtnerei plant education center.
Wildbienenvielfalt vor der Haustüre
Learn about the diversity of wild bees on your doorstep in a practical talk/walk at the Stadtgärtnerei, with tips for identifying species and creating pollinator-friendly habitats in urban gardens.
Von Blattlaus bis Schildkröte: Schauhäuser-Tiere
Discover the creatures living in the greenhouse world—from aphids to turtles—at Stadtgärtnerei's Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung. This family-friendly, educational program offers close-up animal displays and plant insights in a charming urban setting.
Rundgang «Vernetzte Natur – Lebenswerte Stadt»
Guided tour "Vernetzte Natur – Lebenswerte Stadt" at the Stadtgärtnerei explores urban nature, biodiversity and green infrastructure in Zurich, ideal for families, students and anyone interested in sustainable city planning.
Erlebnistag – Kneippen für Familien
Family-friendly Erlebnistag introducing Kneipp water therapy and hands-on wellness activities for children and parents at the Stadtgärtnerei plant education centre.
Fiirabig-Gärtnere
Fiirabig‑Gärtnere is an after‑work gardening meet-up at the Stadtgärtnerei (Zurich city nursery) offering hands-on plant activities and a relaxed community gathering for all ages.
Gras? Gras! Unterschätzte Stars in Wiese und Küche
Hands-on educational event about the underestimated grasses of meadows and kitchens—learn their ecology, edible uses and simple cooking tips in a nature-and-food focused session.
Wer knabbert an meiner Balkonpflanze?
A German-language, family-friendly workshop about identifying and dealing with pests on balcony plants, run by the Stadtgärtnerei plant education center.
Fiirabig-Gärtnere
Fiirabig‑Gärtnere is an after‑work gardening meet-up at the Stadtgärtnerei (Zurich city nursery) offering hands-on plant activities and a relaxed community gathering for all ages.
Farben aus Erde und Pflanzen
Hands-on workshop exploring colours made from earth and plants at the Stadtgärtnerei, perfect for families and anyone curious about natural pigments and sustainable craft techniques.
Nutzpflanzen aus fernen Ländern
On August 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM, join a garden-education session at Stadtgärtnerei in Zurich to discover edible plants from distant lands. Learn their origins, culinary uses, and practical tips for growing them in temperate gardens.
Spinnen auf der Jagd
Join the family-friendly museum program "Spinnen auf der Jagd" at Stadtgärtnerei to learn about spider hunting behavior and ecology in an engaging, educational session for kids and curious adults.
Slam-Poesie trifft Stadtgärtnerei
An atmospheric poetry slam at Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung in Zurich, where live poets compete and perform among lush greenery. Expect witty verses, urban-nature themes, and a casual, artsy vibe in a welcoming garden-center setting.
Fiirabig-Gärtnere
Fiirabig‑Gärtnere is an after‑work gardening meet-up at the Stadtgärtnerei (Zurich city nursery) offering hands-on plant activities and a relaxed community gathering for all ages.
Frische Kraft für Balkonpflanzen
Practical German-language workshop at the Stadtgärtnerei offering hands-on tips for caring for balcony and container plants, covering soil, watering and seasonal maintenance.
Freizeitanlage Seebach – eine Ikone der Moderne
Explore Freizeitanlage Seebach, a landmark of modernist design, in this focused exhibition at Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung. The display analyzes architectural form, urban context, and the social use of the leisure complex within Zürich’s postwar development. A vivid tour through a city icon.
Plant-based Küche
Hands-on plant-based cooking workshop at Stadtgärtnerei focusing on plant proteins and sustainable techniques to learn vegan recipes and culinary skills.
Sketching: Spinnen entdecken
Sketching workshop focused on discovering and drawing spiders at the Stadtgärtnerei—an artsy, family-friendly nature session for curious observers.
Fiirabig-Gärtnere
Fiirabig‑Gärtnere is an after‑work gardening meet-up at the Stadtgärtnerei (Zurich city nursery) offering hands-on plant activities and a relaxed community gathering for all ages.
Spinnenpaarung
An educational event on spider mating at the Stadtgärtnerei Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung in Zurich, exploring arachnology and natural behaviour for curious visitors.
Wilde Fermentation
Hands-on workshop on wild fermentation at the Stadtgärtnerei plant education centre — learn practical techniques for sourdough, pickling and other sustainable ferments.
The tropical Zurich
Discover The Tropical Zurich, a botanical exhibition at Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung in Zurich. Explore lush tropical plants and immersive displays that bring rainforest flora to the city, with educational insights ideal for families and curious adults.
Fiirabig-Gärtnere
Fiirabig‑Gärtnere is an after‑work gardening meet-up at the Stadtgärtnerei (Zurich city nursery) offering hands-on plant activities and a relaxed community gathering for all ages.
Pflanzlicher Käse- und Joghurt-Herstellung
Join a hands-on workshop at Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung to learn how to make plant-based cheese and yogurt using simple fermentation and kitchen techniques. Explore dairy-free alternatives with plant milks and starters in a welcoming, garden-inspired setting.
Essiggemüse und Pickles
Join a hands-on cooking class at Stadtgärtnerei in Zurich to learn pickling basics, vinegared vegetables, and creative preservation techniques. This evening workshop covers brines, flavoring ideas, and safe storage, set in a garden-education venue that blends nature with practical kitchen skills.
Spinnen im Winter – Überlebenskünstlerinnen
Join a winter spider exploration at Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung. Discover how spiders survive the cold, with interactive displays and insights into arachnid biology and winter ecology.
Vernetzte Natur – Lebenswerte Stadt
Vernetzte Natur – Lebenswerte Stadt is an exhibition exploring urban nature, biodiversity and sustainable city planning at the Stadtgärtnerei centre, combining plant displays and educational content for visitors of all ages.