University of Illinois Arboretum, Botanical garden in Urbana, Illinois.
The University of Illinois Arboretum is a botanical garden in Urbana featuring themed gardens, walking trails, and plant collections across its grounds. The 35-acre property combines designed garden spaces with natural areas for visitors to explore.
The garden was founded in 1990 after an environmental sciences professor proposed the idea. The university then developed the site into a space for research and education.
Students and researchers use the arboretum as a working space to learn about plant diversity and conservation in practice. The planted areas demonstrate how different species coexist and thrive together with care.
The gardens are free to visit and open during regular hours throughout the week. Access is available from Arboretum Lane and Cougar Lake Road.
The arboretum earned recognition in 2003 as one of three Signature Gardens by the Missouri Botanical Gardens. This distinction reflects its standing as an educational and research facility in the region.
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