In accordance to North Carolina’s trail reopening plans and the lifting of its Stay at Home orders, the Arboretum will reopen trail access to the public on Saturday, May 9. Click the link below to view more information on limitations and restrictions as part of our "Phase 1" reopening plan.
Learn More
Nestled in the Southern Appalachian Mountains just south of Asheville, The North Carolina Arboretum offers acres of cultivated gardens and groomed trails featuring some of the most beautiful, botanically-diverse plants in the region.
See What's Beautiful TodayDuring these uncertain times, nature is always near! The Arboretum is dedicated to carrying our mission and provide you with educational resources and inspiration to connect you with “Our Gardens to Your Home.”
Perhaps no word in the lexicon of conservation is more powerful than “extinction.” It evokes images of skies once darkened with the flight of unnumbered passenger pigeons, now empty; of a grainy film from 1933 …
Learn MoreLandscaping your Western North Carolina home not only creates a pleasing presentation for you and your guests, it can also enhance the value of your home. According to a survey by Turf Magazine, landscaping enhances …
Learn More