Accessible Green Roof Tour

McCabe Library 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA

Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at the Scott Arboretum & Gardens. This tour will start with green roofs recently completed outside of Sharples Commons. Then the group will use an elevator to view the Green Roof on the...

Free

Arbor Day Tree Tour

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

To celebrate Arbor Day, join us for an enriching in-person tree tour led by our expert gardening staff at the Scott Arboretum & Gardens. This guided walk will immerse you in the diverse world of trees, showcasing the beauty and unique characteristics of our collection....

Free

Tree Peony Tour

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

One of our first collections after our founding in 1929, tree peonies are gorgeous flowers that are a highlight every May. Enjoy the early evening ambiance while learning about the different types of tree peony hybrids in our collection from our horticulture staff. Gardeners and...

Free

Green Roof Tour

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at the Arboretum. A member of our horticulture staff will lead this exploration of one of the many green roofs on campus. All participants must be 18 or older. Program Details This event...

Free

In-Person Lunchtime Tour: May Highlights

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Explore the beautiful blooms of the springtime garden on a tour led by our expert horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.  Program Details Tours begin in front of...

Free

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Cunningham House Gardens

Virtual Meeting

Take your lunch break virtually and explore the beauty of the gardens surrounding the Cunningham House. Explore the Scott Entrance Garden and the Terry Shane Teaching Garden in all its glory this spring with a guided tour from our horticultural staff.  Tune in on our...

Free

In-Person Peony Tour

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Explore Scott Arboretum & Gardens wide variety of peonies on this tour led by an expert horticulturist.  Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Be sure to stop by the Wister Center before or after your tour to experience Peony Palooza , a...

Free

Scott Associates’ Garden Day

Drive on Your Own

See glorious gardens created and maintained by gardeners like you at the Scott Associates’ Garden Day. Stroll through gardens in Chadds Ford and Glen Mills to become inspired, learn about plant combinations, and get gardening tips. This is a great opportunity to see firsthand how...

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