About Lotusland

Our History

There were three main eras in the ownership of the property that is now Lotusland. In the 1880s it was known as Tanglewood, the home and commercial nursery of Kinton Stevens. In the 1920s the Gavit family renamed it Cuesta Linda and added the existing Spanish Colonial Revival style buildings and formal gardens. In 1941, Madame Walska purchased the property and ultimately named it Lotusland. Over four decades, she worked with many talented gardeners and designers to make the gardens you see today.

Madame Ganna Walska

In 1941, Madame Walska purchased the property and ultimately named it Lotusland. Over four decades, she worked with many talented gardeners and designers to make the gardens you see today.

Lotusland Newsletters

Lotusland has published a quarterly newsletter since the fall of 1992. The history of the property and the fascinating life of Ganna Walska are well documented in these writings. We encourage you to learn more about Lotusland through these newsletters.

Diversity And Inclusion

Lotusland is committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive culture where the contributions of all community members are valued, respected and appreciated. The Garden also seeks to encourage and support its employees and volunteers in creating this same culture within our organization.

Just as the garden is biologically diverse and engaging, we demonstrate the same qualities in our professional values and practices and to support diversity and inclusivity.

Careers

Explore current job openings at Lotusland.

Board of Trustees

Meet our Board of Trustees.

Financials

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