Peak Blooms Abound
We’re gearing up for our annual Garden Fair & Plant Sale on Saturday, April 29th! This event will have thousands of plants for sale (plant lists coming soon), dozens of local…
Posts by Anne McGarvey
Eaglets Spotted
FONA recently received a generous estate gift from the late Ms. Frances M. Duttkin. Frances Duttkin was born in January 1926 in New Lyme, Ohio to Russian immigrant parents, Anton…
Frogs & Forest Bathing Under the Full Moon
FONA is hosting two Full Moon Events during the evening of Thursday, April 6th. Join us for one of the following events: FrogWatch Thursday, April 6 | 7:30 PM –…
Spring Traffic Plan & Native Plants
The National Arboretum is implementing a temporary traffic plan that impacts traffic flow and parking throughout the grounds. This plan is meant to keep the grounds safe for drivers, pedestrians, and all visitors…
Spring & Summer Events
Come join us at the Washington Youth Garden to learn how to plan your school garden, prep a bed and plant spring crops. Ask our expert gardeners your burning questions,…
Guide to Volunteering with FONA
There are many ways to volunteer with FONA throughout the year and support our work at the National Arboretum. There’s something for everyone, from gardening, to event support, to environmental…
Spring Blooms are Here!
The National Arboretum’s cherry blossoms and magnolia flowers are putting on a beautiful spring show across the grounds. The Arboretum is home to a high diversity of flowering cherry trees…
Spring Event Guide
Enjoy spring at the National Arboretum! We’re collaborating with lots of local partners to host exciting activities and events this season, including…
Delayed Value of Plant Introductions
Dr. Richard T. Olsen, Director of the U.S. National Arboretum, shares the delayed value of plant introductions to American gardens.
A Deeper Dive into History
Earlier this month, we highlighted the role Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Company 1360 had in building the National Arboretum’s infrastructure. This company was an all-Black unit stationed at the National Arboretum…
