Scott Aboretum & Gardens

Visit
- - - Visit Our “Garden of Ideas”
      
      Hours
      Dawn to Dusk, 365 days a year
      Office Hours
      Monday through Friday,
      8:30 am to noon and 1:00 to 4:30 pm.
  - - Hours
    - Directions
    - Parking
    - Virtual tour
Support
- - - Support the Arboretum
      
      Your support helps us delight, inspire, and educate the public. Donations, membership, and proceeds from special events helps us to create beautiful horticultural displays and educational programming.
Education & Events
- - - Programming & Events for All Ages
      
      We are proud to offer in-person and virtual programming for adults, students, families, and children. Whether you are looking for something recreational or educational, there is a program for you.
Get Involved
- - - Learn & Grow With Us
      
      Help us maintain our gardens and plant collections by getting involved with the Arboretum.
About
- - - A “Garden of Ideas”
      
      The Scott Arboretum cultivates a variety of plants that create some of the region’s most intimate, authentic, and accessible horticultural experiences.

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Categories

Gardener’s Almanac: Pressed Flower Crafts: Part 2

Gardener’s Almanac: Pressed Flower Crafts: Part 2

Oct 27, 2024 | Creative Corner, Gardener's Almanac, Video

Join our Assistant Education Programs Manager Rachel Warren as she continues her exploration of...

Gardener’s Almanac: Pressed Flower Craft: Part 1

Gardener’s Almanac: Pressed Flower Craft: Part 1

Oct 26, 2024 | Creative Corner, Gardener's Almanac, Video

Join us as our Assistant Education Programs Manager Rachel Warren teaches us how to press flowers...

#BranchOut: Pollinators and Bee Craft

#BranchOut: Pollinators and Bee Craft

Sep 2, 2020 | #BranchOut, Creative Corner

Join Mandie, Sophie, and Buzz the Bee to learn about pollinators and to make your own bee. Join us...

#BranchOut: Family Cooking Class: Bruschetta

#BranchOut: Family Cooking Class: Bruschetta

Jul 22, 2020 | #BranchOut, Creative Corner, Food Gardening, Video

Make bruschetta with Mandie and Sophie while testing your tomato knowledge in this family cooking...

#BranchOut: Nature Rubbing

#BranchOut: Nature Rubbing

Jun 17, 2020 | #BranchOut, Creative Corner

Take your leaf rubbing project to another level. Learn about deciduous and evergreen plants as...

Clematis, Roses, and Lessons Learned

Clematis, Roses, and Lessons Learned

Jun 12, 2020 | Creative Corner, Garden Plants, Garden Practices

This June we have been celebrating the beauty of the Dean Bond Rose Garden as it continues to give...

#BranchOut: Nature Mandalas

#BranchOut: Nature Mandalas

May 27, 2020 | #BranchOut, Creative Corner, Video

Practice this mindful art project with Mandie and Sophie Banks. Learn how to create mandalas from...

Color of Peonies

Color of Peonies

May 7, 2020 | #BranchOut, Creative Corner, Garden Plants

This time of year there are some marvelous colors in the garden including in our Tree Peony...

#BranchOut: Talking Trash

#BranchOut: Talking Trash

May 6, 2020 | #BranchOut, Creative Corner

This week, we are talking trash. Learn how trash is processed as well as an art project to reuse...

How to Create Flower Arrangements from the Garden

How to Create Flower Arrangements from the Garden

Apr 28, 2020 | #BranchOut, Creative Corner, Special Interest

In these uncertain times, many of us are finding solace in the garden and nature. Beyond walking...

How to Create a Scavenger Hunt

How to Create a Scavenger Hunt

Apr 21, 2020 | Creative Corner, Happenings, Special Interest

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day will look a little different this year as we are all...

#BranchOut: Painting with Parts of a Plant

#BranchOut: Painting with Parts of a Plant

Apr 15, 2020 | #BranchOut, Creative Corner

Learn about the parts of a plant and how to use them to create art. Needles, stems, leaves, and...

Relaxation with Garden Coloring

Relaxation with Garden Coloring

Apr 10, 2020 | Creative Corner, Special Interest

Gardening, caring for houseplants, planning or planting balcony containers, or enjoying your...

Message in a Bottle: Garden Holiday Gifts

Message in a Bottle: Garden Holiday Gifts

Dec 5, 2014 | Creative Corner, Special Interest

Everyone is always in search for a gift with a personal touch. Why not send a garden message in a...