Come Walk Among the Trees . . .
Our mission is to collect, maintain, and display a diverse palate of native and introduced woody plants for the purpose of educating the public, private, and educational sectors on their benefits, proper identification, planting and potential use in the landscape.
What’s In Bloom Today
Viburnum trilobum, American Cranberrybush Viburnum. Bright orange red fruiting structures going through the freeze and thaw process that enhances the palatability of these fruits to birds. Viburnums can add a winter interest to the garden and attract several species of birds. Expect a landscape footprint of this native shrub of eight to twelve feet high and wide.
About
Draves Arboretum is a Level III ArbNet Accredited Arboretum and an American Conifer Society Reference Garden located in Darien, New York. Our tree collection hosts over 900 different woody species from all over the world, our collections bring together a vast array of trees and shrubs suited for Western New York’s unique growing conditions.
Become a Member
Here at the Arboretum, we are always growing: join our growing membership and be part of a vital conservation effort for this region as well as the world of trees.
Winter is a great time of year to practice your tree identification skills at Draves Arboretum.