There is always something happening throughout the year at the Arboretum. Activities include:
- Mother's Day is one of the most popular days to visit the Arboretum, when over 5000 petunias are planted. A donation of $15 buys a dozen petunias, which are planted around the Jewett Pond by volunteers to honor a mother or special woman in the lives of the donors. See the beautiful results on our photo page.
- Memorial Day - Visitors check trees planted as memorials to loved ones. Many tie ribbons and bows on their trees in respect.
- Garden Tour - Tour five beautiful local gardens. This is the perfect opportunity to see new perennials, observe companion planting, and see mature plants before you select a specimen for your own garden.
- Autumn Bounty - Celebrate harvest at this gala evening of wine tasting, dinner, and dancing.
- Luminaria - This celebration of the holiday season is free and open to the public. Music from the bell tower and thousands of glowing luminaria bags lead visitors from our giant, lighted tree through the winter landscape and back to the Jewett Center for warmth, music, food, and entertainment.
| 2007 Events at the Arboretum | |
|---|---|
| May 16 | For the Love of Dahlias | more info |
| May 22 | Arboretum's Annual Membership Meeting 6-8:00PM |
| May 23 | Landscaping with Cacti | more info |
| June 16 | Garden Tour | more info |
| September 15 | Autumn Bounty | more info |
| December 7-8 | Luminaria | more info |
If you'd like more information or to volunteer to help at any of these events, please call us at 509-248-7337 or e-mail us.
| Groups that meet monthly at the Arboretum | |
|---|---|
| Audubon Society | Meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:30pm. |
| Bonsai Society | Meets the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm. |
| Iris Society | Meets the third Saturday of each month at 10:00am. |
| Master Gardeners | Meets weekly, January through April. Please call Master Gardeners at 574-1600 for registration information. |
| Washington Native Plant Society | Schedule varies; call 248-7337 for next meeting date. |
| Join a club today! If you are interested in joining a local garden club, please contact the Arboretum and we will help you find a club in your area. Call 509-248-7337 or e-mail info@ahtrees.org | |
For the Love of Dahlias
Taught by local expert Denise Wilson. Designed for the beginner and intermediate grower, learn how
to select and care for these amazingly diverse plants.
Time: 7:00-9:00PM
Cost: $8 members, $10 non-members
Call 248-7337 to reserve your seat TODAY!
Landscaping with Cacti
aught by local cactus expert and Arboretum Board Member Ron McKitrick. Learn how you can incorporate these non-native adaptive plants in your landscape.
Time: 7:00-9:00PM
Cost: $8 members, $10 non-members
Call 248-7337 to reserve your seat TODAY!
Garden Tour
Explore the beautiful gardens several local gardeners to see some outstanding examples of what our sunshine and good planning can create. Bring a notepad to record your favorite specimens, then stop off at a local nursery to purchase your own.
Time: 10:00AM-4:00PM
Cost: $20
Reserve your ticket by calling the Arboretum at 248-7337 or Loo Wit Gardens at 966-7010.
Autumn Bounty
Annual Auction Fundraiser, with dinner, wine, and dancing.
Time: 5:00PM-Midnight
Cost: $45 members, $50 non-members
Call the Arboretum at 248-7337 for more information.
16th Annual Luminaria
Visit the Arboretum after dark and follow a path of candles through the grounds. Warm up in the Jewett Center afterwards with warm drinks and music.
Time: 6:00-9:00PM
Cost: FREE
Call the Arboretum at 248-7337 for more information.
Yakima Area
Arboretum
1401 Arboretum Drive
Yakima, Washington 98901
509-248-7337
info@ahtrees.org