Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at the Arboretum. A member of our expert horticulture staff will lead this exploration of one of the many green roofs on campus. All participants must be 18 or older. Register Now Program Details This event is free, but registration is encouraged to […]
Calling all little nature explorers! Join us at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts, and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old. Registration Cost: Members: Free Non-Members: $40 ACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to […]
Enjoy a lunchtime stroll through the gardens to learn about the Biostream and other October plant highlights with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Register Now Program Details This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates. Tours begin in front of […]
Join us for a guided hike through the beautiful Crum Woods! Enjoy the crisp autumn air and scenic trails as we explore this hidden gem together. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a first-time explorer, this is a great way to connect with nature and experience the magic of fall in our local forest. We […]
Scott Associates at the Sponsor level and above are invited join us for an exclusive reception of the newly re-planted Pollinator Garden and Winter Garden! These landscapes surround Martin Hall, which recently completed a two-year renovation. Discover how our gardens were reimagined to complement the space. Become a member of the Scott Associates at the […]
Calling all little nature explorers! Join us at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts, and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old. Registration Cost: Members: Free Non-Members: $40 ACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to […]
This program is part of the Delco ARTS Week celebration. Immerse yourself in the rich tones of autumn during this inspiring flower arranging class led by the award-winning florist, Tissa from Tissarose Florist. Using seasonal blooms and foliage, including a selection from Scott Arboretum & Gardens, Tissa will lead a demonstration on how to create […]
The Perennial Plant Conference was started in 1983 to bring together locally, nationally, and internationally recognized experts on perennials for a day-long conference with an educational focus. This year, learn how to navigate designing and managing landscapes to support biodiversity now and in a future of change; learn about beautiful and ecological solutions to advancing […]
Join us for an exclusive members-only tour of the newly re-planted Pollinator Garden and Winter Garden! These landscapes surround Martin Hall, which recently completed a two-year renovation. Discover how our gardens were reimagined to complement the space. Become a member of the Scott Associates to attend this tour! Register Now Program Details This members-only event […]
For the past several years, Scott Arboretum & Gardens’ horticulturists have been exploring low-input gardening techniques and evaluating their long-term success in support of Swarthmore College’s ambitious goal to be carbon neutral by 2035. Maintaining roses sustainably, installing water-wise gravel gardens, employing organic turf care, and planting lawn alternatives are a few of the many […]
Calling all little nature explorers! Join us at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts, and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old. Registration Cost: Members: Free Non-Members: $40 ACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to […]
Learn from Mid-Atlantic Peony Society members during this peony care demonstration, sale, auction, and reception. The demonstration will include information about how to site, plant, dig, and divide peonies at this time of year for best results. Tree, herbaceous, and Itoh hybrid peonies will be discussed. Stay after the demonstration to enjoy a peony sale, […]
Stewardship of the earth is a core tenet of Quakerism, which has led to many local and global connections between the Arboretum's plant collection and Quakers. Join Curator of the Friends Historical Library at Swarthmore College Jordan Landes and Scott Arboretum & Gardens staff to explore the stories of horticulturists, gardens, and plant specimens through […]
Calling all little nature explorers! Join us at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts, and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old. Registration Cost: Members: Free Non-Members: $40 ACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to […]
Take your lunch break virtually as you explore the Biostream with one of our expert horticulturists. The Biostream is a man-made abstraction of a stream that both looks beautiful and mitigates stormwater. Learn about the plants that comprise this garden space by tuning in on our YouTube channel.
