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Woody Plant Conference

Now in its 21st year, this popular day-long conference focuses on great woody plants for the Mid-Atlantic States and how to use them in the landscape. The conference is geared to landscape professionals and avid amateur gardeners.

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Virtual Tour

Explore the gardens before you arrive. Explore by:

  • season
  • collections
  • gardens

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Find a Plant with the Arboretum Navigator

Locate woody plants (shrubs & trees), dedicated benches, and create personalized tours using our searchable database.

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