University of California, Davis, Arboretum and Public Garden, Botanical garden at University of California Davis, United States
The UC Davis Arboretum occupies about 100 acres along the old north channel of Putah Creek, on the south side of the Davis campus. Its 17 gardens and collections hold some 22,000 trees and plants suited to a Mediterranean climate, from a grove of over 80 oaks to more than 50 acacia species. A 3.5-mile paved loop runs through the grounds.
The arboretum was founded in 1936 along the old north channel of Putah Creek on the UC Davis campus. It grew around collections such as the Peter J. Shields Oak Grove, which now holds more than 80 types of oak, and the T. Elliot Weier Redwood Grove. The gardens serve UC Davis teaching and research in horticulture for California's Central Valley.
The Carolee Shields White Flower Garden and Gazebo is modelled on medieval moon-viewing gardens of India and Japan, with curving paths and a vine-covered gazebo. Its pale, scented flowers are chosen to show up in moonlight, and the garden is a popular setting for weddings and other events.
A network of wide paths crosses the grounds and is easy to walk, with accessible entry to main garden areas. Visitors can explore at their own pace since there are multiple entrance points and routes that allow for shorter walks if preferred.
The Arboretum cultivates a special collection of over 100 plants chosen specifically for their ability to thrive in the hot and dry conditions of the Central Valley. These hardy species demonstrate which trees and perennials perform well in this climate.
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