Old trees, big trees, rare trees– we have them all! Join Curator and Plant Recorder Mary Tipping for a spring tour of the most valuable trees in our collections. Each Heritage Tree has been qualified as such due to the combination of its age, health,...
In honor of the Japanese tradition of cherry blossom viewing (Sakura Matsuri), the Delaware Valley Chapter of the Ohara School of Ikebana will present a spring exhibition to coincide with the blooming of our cherry trees. Ikebana, also known as the “way of flowers,” is...
Trips are a member benefit; to learn more about becoming an Associate of the Scott Arboretum, click here. Within 30 miles of Philadelphia, there are nearly 40 public gardens–this makes the greater Philadelphia area America’s Garden Capital. Experience gardens near and far with this new...
Learn about the inner-workings, benefits, and beauty of green roofs and sustainability at the Arboretum. Gardener Sandra Lopez Cortez will lead this exploration of one of the many green roofs on campus. All participants must be 18 or older. Tours begin at the Scott Arboretum offices...
Come celebrate Arbor Day with us! Bring your family to the Scott Arboretum and receive a free Magnolia virginiana (sweet bay magnolia) sapling tree (one per family, while supplies last) and participate in tree-related fun and activities for the whole family. The tree giveaway and...
Bring your dog and tour the dogwoods on our April Highlights Tour! Gardener Kaitlyn Lawrence will also spotlight our Arbor Day giveaway tree, Magnolia virginiana (sweet bay magnolia). Arboretum Highlights Tours are for gardeners of all levels and feature plants and landscapes that are at...
One of the first collections at the Arboretum after it was founded in 1929, the gorgeous flowers of the tree peony are a highlight every May. Enjoy the early evening ambiance while learning about the different types of tree peony hybrids in our collection from...
Calling all little nature explorers! Join Celeste Sullivan at the Scott Arboretum for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. Sessions will start in the Trotter Tent with a book and activity, followed by...
See glorious gardens created and maintained by gardeners like you at the Scott Associates Garden Day. Stroll through gardens in the Lansdowne and Drexel Hill area to become inspired, learn about plant combinations, and get gardening tips. This is a great opportunity to see firsthand...
Take your lunch break virtually and explore our gardens! May brings beautiful flowers and garden interest in all shapes and sizes, which Assistant Garden Supervisor Shem Ruszczyk will feature. Join us on this virtual tour on our YouTube page. Shem Ruszczyk joined the staff in...
