A sunken stone grotto garden designed as a nudist colony during the 1935 California-Pacific Exposition–turned a butterfly garden containing both the larvae and nectar plants needed for the complete life cycle of butterflies. Miniature indentations built into rocks collect small pools of water for the monarch, sulfur, and swallowtail butterflies that can be seen among the colorful perennials and majestic ficus trees that surround the garden.
Zoro Garden’s current residents are equally colorful (but less controversial!). Monarch, sulfur, skipper, and swallowtail butterflies feast on butterfly bush, blanket flower, Verbena and Lantana.
Larvae plants include milkweed, foxglove, sunflower, monkey flower, and California Lilac.
Events
There's always something new to experience at the Park! Check out the festivals, tours, concerts, and events scheduled all year long.
AttractionsDecember Nights 2024
Join us in Balboa Park for December Nights 2024, to celebrate the spirit of the holiday and enjoy our amazing Family Zone with STEAM activities and f...
AttractionsDecember Nights 2024
Join us in Balboa Park for December Nights 2024, to celebrate the spirit of the holiday and enjoy our amazing Family Zone with STEAM activities and f...
