My experience as a volunteer at the UW Arboretum…
It was the first quarter of my freshman year at the University of Washington. I was enrolled in an environmental studies class, and we, the students, were given an option between doing a book report and volunteering for “service learning.” Man, was I glad I chose to volunteer, because my time at the arboretum was great. 

Stop by the UW Botanic Gardens’ educational booth, #2401, to explore the many opportunities we offer to plant lovers!

We are pleased to announce two new email newsletters: Leaflet and Leaflet for Scholars. These monthly publications showcase Library art exhibits, recommended resources and a complete list of new books added the previous month.

Striking color and accent for year round containers. The golden Monterey Cypress is popular and readily available for gardeners!

On June 29, 1988, the Douglas Research Conservatory was dedicated. It was a state-of-the-art facility for plant propagation, research, and horticultural education.

Tucked away behind the Cedrus knoll in the Arboretum’s Pinetum is the Euonymus europaeus ‘atrorubens’. At this time of year it is showing off its colorful seed pods, which hang all over the defoliated branches. A plant that has pink and orange fruits really catches your eye when you pass by.
This shrub is native to Europe and Western Asia and its common names are Spindle Tree and Cat Tree. 

Yew, willow and witch hazel are just a few of the woody plants at the Arboretum with medically important characteristics.

Local photographer and avid birder, Larry Hubbell, experiments with drawing bird portraits up close and personal. Viewers get the impression birds are doing the watching.

Avoid cabin fever and explore the Arboretum this winter! Learn about dinosaurs, science, turtles and more in our all new winter Parent/Child Classes.

In preparation for scheduled landscaping work on Foster Island Washington Department of Transportation will conduct archeological evaluations on Wednesday, December 18.