THE NATIONAL ARBORETUM

                       IN WASHINGTON, DC

                         http://www.usna.usda.gov

 

This arboretum was established by an act of Congress and is administered by the U.S. Department  of Agriculture,
Agriculture Research Service.

Located in Northeast Washington DC, consisting of 446 acres, it serves as an institution of scientific research
and education. Research is conducted with cooperative programs in collaboration with many state universities throughout the country.

Many genetically improved crops and ornamentals have resulted from these research programs. These plants with
improved qualities have been subsequently patented and released for the consumer retail market.

Other than research, there are many excellent showcase and demonstration gardens on ornamental, trees, shrubs,
herbs, and bonsai.

 

Related article:  National Herb Garden

      

                           
    

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