Holmdel Arboretum, arboretum in New Jersey, United States
The Holmdel Arboretum is a 22-acre botanical garden in Holmdel, New Jersey, containing nearly 3,000 trees and shrubs of different varieties. Plants are arranged in groups and labeled throughout to help visitors learn which species thrive in this region.
The arboretum was established in 1963 with just 87 trees and has grown considerably since then. It developed as a way to teach residents which woody plants perform well in New Jersey.
The site honors David C. Shaw, who managed the county's shade trees from 1963 to 2002 and taught people about their value. Visitors notice how plants are grouped and labeled, reflecting the local commitment to understanding and caring for trees as part of community life.
The grounds are open daily during daylight hours with no entrance fee and sit within Holmdel Park with well-maintained paths. Visitors should know that there are no facilities like restrooms or cafes on site.
The grounds feature a special section called the Jane Kluis Memorial Dwarf Conifer Garden with tiny, slow-growing conifers used for landscaping and decoration. Another section is devoted to true cedars, which have a distinctive drooping appearance.
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