Get Involved

Each year, gardeners, designers, and native plant stewards generously open their landscapes to the community by applying for the tour. Every application is a gift—helping us shape the tour’s route, reflect a diversity of styles and stories, and inspire thousands of visitors across Los Angeles. We’re deeply grateful for each submission.

Read our Garden Applicant FAQ

The Garden Tour is a large-scale event that requires year-round planning, coordination, and care—and it simply wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Their funding helps provide the foundation for everything from printed materials and logistics to volunteer support and public outreach. Sponsorship is not just appreciated—it’s essential.

Learn more about sponsoring the Tour

It takes nearly 100 dedicated docents to help the tour run smoothly—and we couldn’t do it without them. These generous volunteers bring each garden to life by welcoming guests, answering questions, and supporting hosts throughout the day. Their time, care, and enthusiasm make the tour experience personal, meaningful, and memorable for thousands of visitors.

Interested in volunteering? Visit theodorepayne.org/volunteer to sign up.

Each year, curious, passionate, and supportive individuals purchase tickets to explore native plant gardens across Los Angeles. Their participation fuels the success of the tour, spreads awareness, and directly supports our mission to make native plant landscapes the norm. We’re incredibly grateful for every ticket holder who joins us in celebrating beauty, biodiversity, and community.


Tickets pre-sales are available online beginning in January. Mail delivery and in-person sales typically begin in mid-March to ensure arrival before the tour weekend.

Theodore Payne Foundation Members get a host of benefits, including discounts on Garden Tour tickets and more. Interested in becoming a member? Tap here!