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The mission of the Haverford College Arboretum is to steward the College's historic tree collection while fostering a connection between our 216-acre campus and those who work, visit, study, and reside here. Maintaining the health, diversity, and history of the tree collection honors William Carvill's original 1834 landscape design, while our educational programming ensures continued engagement with this unique and treasured asset.

Download our Strategic Plan to learn more.

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Haverford is pleased to welcome visitors back to the Nature Trail and its outdoor spaces!

We ask visitors to follow CDC guidance about masking and distancing, and to be aware that our campus is also the home and workplace of faculty, staff, and students who may be at elevated COVID risk. Visitors may not access buildings or athletic facilities at this time; there is no restroom access on campus. Parking is available in the visitor lot by the Haverford College Apartments, accessible via the main entrance to campus on Lancaster Avenue. We are glad to have you back! Visit Be Safe to learn more.


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Five of the Nation's Best Historic Arboretums, From Boston to Hawaii

Haverford College Arboretum is thrilled to be included on the National Trust for Historic Preservation's list of best historic arboreta!

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Sustainability at Haverford

Haverford College engages in a wide range of sustainability projects to reduce its carbon footprint and benefit the environment.

Dealing With Winter

How do you stay warm in the winter? Animals and plants have developed incredible techniques to survive cold weather. Read on to learn more about frozen frogs, shivering squirrels, and trees' natural antifreeze!

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The Internet for Trees: The Underground Social Network

The Internet connects humans all over the world. But did you know that trees also have a social life? Trees share key resources and communicate with one another through a vast underground network. Although you would expect a tree to be a solitary, lonely fellow, they make complex connections with many other trees using this secret language.

Moths and Butterflies: Tag-Team Pollinators

Think fast: which is your favorite, moths or butterflies? The order Lepidopteria is full of fascinating adaptations and variation. Read on to learn more about identifying moths and butterflies, and how to attract them to your yard! 

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What happens to a tree's leaves each fall?

Have you ever wondered why the leaves of the Arboretum’s trees change into a dazzling array of red, orange, yellow, and purple each fall? If you have walked around the Arboretum recently, there is no doubt that you have seen this impressive display. Read on to learn how trees achieve this mesmerizing feat.


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The Arboretum Explorer offers virtual tours, a tree search and map, scientific names, and Arboretum highlights.

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Arboretum Revitalization

A massive renewal project aimed at keeping the campus community safe and preserving Haverford's beloved natural resources for generations to come is taking shape.

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Grounds Maintenance

Grounds and Arboretum preserves, protects, and beautifies the College natural environment in balance with the health and well-being of residents and visitors to campus.

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Tuesday, August 23rd, 2022

10:00AM
Horticulture Volunteer Session

Tuesday, September 6th, 2022

10:00AM
Horticulture Volunteer Session

Tuesday, September 20th, 2022

10:00AM
Horticulture Volunteer Session

Wednesday, September 28th, 2022

8:00AM
Arboretum Annual Dinner

Thursday, September 29th, 2022

6:00PM
Arboretum Annual Dinner

Sunday, October 2nd, 2022

2:00PM
Hardy Plant Society Lecture

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Information, events, and activities from the College Arboretum, sent monthly.

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It's an absolutely gorgeous day outside today! #h It's an absolutely gorgeous day outside today!

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It's always a joy to see what our community garden It's always a joy to see what our community gardeners are growing in their plots at the @haverfarm. Plot #1 maintained by Paris and Joan is a colorful pollinator garden!
Enjoy some shade from the heat today in the Gertru Enjoy some shade from the heat today in the Gertrude C. Teaf Garden. This garden was installed in 1990 and is on the left side of the Dining Center.

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The pollinators down at the Haverfarm don't seem t The pollinators down at the Haverfarm don't seem to mind the heatwave!

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Our newly planted pollinator way station is enjoyi Our newly planted pollinator way station is enjoying a bit of a break from the direct sun and heat today!

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Arboretum staff enjoyed a lovely tour of @laurelhi Arboretum staff enjoyed a lovely tour of @laurelhillphl today led by Aaron. Great to get out there and see another beautiful Arboretum!

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A hot day for hydrangeas and humans alike #haverf A hot day for hydrangeas and humans alike

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The setting sun provides some cooler relief for ou The setting sun provides some cooler relief for our trees, be sure to thank the trees for their shade during this heatwave!

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