Experience the Washington Youth Garden
Spring is right around the corner and what better way to kick off the season than with a field trip to the Washington Youth Garden?
Posts by Aditi Iyengar
Tree Therapy
Have you ever experienced the healing power of trees? Find calm under the canopy at our Spring Equinox Forest Bathing session on Sunday, March 22nd from 10 AM to 12 PM. Forest bathing,…
Spring Event Guide
Spring is just around the corner! We are excited to share our Spring Event Guide with you. While not all of the registrations for the events listed below are open yet, we…
Tasting Black History
Read on for a spotlight on three crops that have become sources of nourishment, hope, and resilience in the Black diaspora.
Paperbush & Plant Sales
Get a head start on your spring garden at FONA’s Native Plant Sale on Saturday, March 28th from 8 AM to 1 PM at the National Arboretum.
Time to Start Seeds Indoors
If you want to start seeds indoors to get a jumpstart on your spring garden, read tips to get ready now by checking your seed packs, procuring proper seed starting soil, and watering appropriately.
Educator Coaching Program SY2025-26 Mid-year Highlights
Educator Coaching Program SY2025-26 Mid-year Highlights As we find ourselves in the home stretch of winter with snow still on the ground, you might not notice that each day the light…
Xavier’s Garden Tips
Xavier’s Garden Tips: Preparing for Spring Xavier, Garden Manager in the Washington Youth Garden, poses holding a redbud branch. It is an exciting time to use the help of your…
Romance Among the Plants
Planning a romantic getaway this weekend? The National Arboretum was featured in Secret DC’s Top Romantic Places in Washington, D.C. that are perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Let’s Go Birding!
Learn about the diversity of birds at the National Arboretum at our Documenting Birds and Biodiversity Workshop led by the DC Bird Alliance! Gain wildlife photography tips while learning how…
