New Faces at FONA
We are very excited to welcome three new full-time members to FONA’s program team! Mariyah Whitley returns to FONA’s team as a Program Manager, where she will oversee the Green Ambassador Program…
Posts by Anne McGarvey
Best in Town
As many flowering cherry trees along the Tidal Basin shed their flowers for leaves, as is happening right now, the Arboretum’s cherry blossom season is still going strong. According to…
Arboretum Awards
Congratulations to Dr. Margaret Pooler and Dr. Todd Rounsaville, Arboretum staff, for each receiving a Northeast Area Employee Recognition Program Award from the USDA Agricultural Research Service. Dr. Pooler received…
Spring Traffic Plan & Arboreal Ambles
Beginning Wednesday, March 27th until mid-May, the National Arboretum will implement a temporary traffic plan that impacts traffic flow and parking throughout the grounds. This plan is meant to keep the grounds safe…
An Arboreal Amble
Dr. Richard T. Olsen, Director of the National Arboretum, takes participants on a curated walk among some of the magnificent trees of the world. This presentation is a virtual tour…
Cherry Season Has Begun
Early-blooming cherry trees are just starting to flower at the National Arboretum! The Arboretum has a wide variety of flowering cherry trees, many of which are rare. Different kinds of…
Unearthing Arboretum History
In a FONA Field Notes early last year, we shared about the role the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Company 1360 played in shaping the National Arboretum. This all-Black unit was stationed at the…
Spring Events & Garden Resources
Join us on Saturday, March 23rd at 11:00 AM for our 3rd annual Spring into School Gardening event where you can learn how to plant a spring edible garden and get free supplies to start growing…
Spring Event Guide
Spring is right around the corner! We have many exciting events and programs planned to connect people to nature at the National Arboretum.
Preparing for Spring & Starting Seeds Inside
Emilia’s Garden Tips: Preparing for Spring & Starting Seeds Inside It’s not too early to prepare for spring gardening! Consider sourcing seeds, gathering supplies, planting cool-weather seeds, caring for your…
