Black Legacies at the Arboretum
The National Arboretum would likely not look as it does today without the work of Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Company 1360, an all African American unit. This company was stationed…
Posts by Anne McGarvey
Tips on Pruning Fruit Trees
Emilia’s Garden Tips: Pruning Fruit Trees Step 1: Remove Unwanted Growth Remove any dead, diseased and broken branches. Good plant hygiene best practice to prevent diseases spreading further and killing…
Witch in the Woods
Witch-hazel is a small tree or shrub that blooms from October through March, depending on its species. At the National Arboretum, you can find all three species of witch-hazel native…
MANTS & Plants
Scott Aker, who served as the Head of Horticulture and Education at the National Arboretum since 2013, recently started a new position as Manager of the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Conservation Corner
What can you do when a tree dies? Dead trees, whether they are still standing as snags or have fallen down to become logs, provide crucial habitat for a wide range of…
New Year’s Intentions
In 2023, we are committed to connecting people to the National Arboretum’s mission, research, and 451 acres of collections and plants. We look forward to serving the Arboretum, our local…
That’s a Wrap!
Happy holidays and happy new year from everyone at Friends of the National Arboretum! We are so grateful we could host students, families, and visitors at our many in-person events and…
Reflecting on the Year
2022 was big year for FONA! The Garden Fair returned, garden-based education was in-person at schools and in the Washington Youth Garden, and thousands of people attended our events and programs.
Wildlife at the Arboretum
The National Arboretum is a hotspot and haven for both plant and animal biodiversity. Arboretum staff curate and conserve a genetically diverse array of plants from around the world in…
Winter Festival this Saturday
We’re excited to see you this Saturday, December 10th for our annual Winter Festival. A portion of every purchase directly supports FONA — thank you for supporting us this holiday! This event…
