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The Arboretum Store Shares Picks for Valentine's Day Gift Giving

The Arboretum Store Shares Picks for Valentine's Day Gift Giving
Let your special someone know how much they mean to you with a thoughtful gift from The Arboretum Store this Valentine’s Day.

First Steps to a Garden Plan

First Steps to a Garden Plan
Winter is a hope-filled season for gardeners. This is the time to consider what you want from your yard and decide what you will do in the coming year.

Husky Heroes Returns to The Morton Arboretum This January

Husky Heroes Returns to The Morton Arboretum This January
Visitors of all ages will enjoy interacting with Siberian sled dogs when Husky Heroes returns to The Morton Arboretum, January 26-27.

The Enchanted Railroad Pulls into The Morton Arboretum This January

The Enchanted Railroad Pulls Into The Morton Arboretum this January
The beloved Enchanted Railroad returns to The Morton Arboretum this winter with a theme celebrating trees from around the world.

Winter is prime pruning time

Winter is prime pruning time
Winter is a fine time to prune shrubs. When the leaves are gone, you can see the true form of the plant to help you choose which branch to cut.

Shop These Finds for the Holidays at The Arboretum Store

Shop These Finds for the Holidays at The Arboretum Store
The Arboretum Store carries unique, nature-themed gifts, including holiday home décor, games, jewelry, and more. Here are some of our top picks that celebrate the season.

Temperature swings, not cold, endanger plants. Solution: mulch.

Temperature swings, not cold, endanger plants. Solution: mulch.
Most gardeners know it’s a good idea to have mulch over the root zones of trees, shrubs, and other plants in winter. But why?

January-February Events at The Morton Arboretum

January-February Events at The Morton Arboretum
In the new year, find a slate of special events, classes and offerings for all ages as we celebrate a season of snow-covered branches and serenity at The Morton Arboretum.

Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum Opens November 17

Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum Opens November 17
The one-of-a-kind winter experience, Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum, opens Saturday, November 17 to awe and delight visitors to The Morton Arboretum with all-new experiences and returning favorites.

Be alert to animal damage in the garden

Be alert to animal damage in the garden
Animals that need food to survive the winter can take a toll on shrubs and young trees, but you can take simple steps to minimize the damage.

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