SUPPORT

$1,200

The Arboretum has one of the largest and oldest assemblages of cultivars of American holly (Ilex opaca) you’ll find anywhere today. Hollies are spectacularly unique, diverse, and form the bedrock of American garden design.

Just like a holly tree’s berries in winter, members of our Holly Level form the foundation of our Society and allow it to flourish year-round.

$2,500

Crapemyrtle cultivars created by the Arboretum are hardy, adaptable, mildew-resistant, and bring a spectacular array of color to gardens across America during the hottest part of the year. The Arboretum’s 31 crapemyrtle cultivars introduced over the years continue to enhance the beauty of gardens throughout the world.

Members of our Crapemyrtle Level bring vibrancy and energy to our Society.

$5,000

Magnolias designed by the Arboretum bring a dazzling diversity of bloom time, colors, and size to gardens throughout the year. As a prominent feature in the Arboretum’s work to develop new and improved landscape plants, deciduous and magnolia cultivars pique interest in American gardens in spring and summer with shades of pink, white, and purple.

Members of our Magnolia Level support the Arboretum in its quest for superior ornamental plants.

$10,000

The Arboretum’s boxwood collection is one of the most complete collections of temperate-growing boxwood in the world. It provides key genetic materials to Arboretum scientists in order to research disease resistant varieties.

Members of our Boxwood Level are critical to conserving the Arboretum and ensuring the long-term success of its mission.

$25,000

Azaleas designed by the Arboretum create a long-lasting cacophony of color every spring across the country. Dedicated researchers spent decades breeding varieties from around the world to produce varieties that are cold hardy, have larger flower size, and vary bloom time.

Members of our Azalea Level are the pillar of our Society and are dedicated to innovating the Arboretum into the future.

$50,000+

David Fairchild spent his life exploring the world, collecting plants, and sharing them throughout America and the world. He brought us many plants and foods that are staples in American culture, such as ornamental cherry trees and Meyer lemons.

Members of our David Fairchild Level are the bold explorers committed to sharing the National Arboretum with the world.