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Winter is a great time to take a stroll and appreciate the conifers along the trails at the Arb and Gardens. If you wish to avoid the chill of winter, stop into the Conservatory at the Gardens to experience the sights and smells of plants from all over the world.

conifers

Photo by Jenny Senko Appreciate subtle variations of color in bark and evergreen foliage along our outdoor trails. Click here for photos   Location(s): Heathdale (Arb) Sam Graham Trees Trail (Gardens)

poinsettia

Photo courtesy of Mark O'Brien Originally native to Mexico, the poinsettia has become a staple holiday plant. December 12th is National Poinsettia Day. Click here for additional photos   Location(s): Conservatory (Gardens)

aloe

Photo by Jenny Senko Aloes are succulent plant native to Africa. The fleshy leaves of Aloe vera are commonly used to relieve skin irritation. Click here for additional photos   Location(s): Conservatory (Gardens)

skunk cabbage (Febrary - April)

Skunk Cabbage (Symplocarpus foetidus) belongs to the Arum family and blooms in March in the boggy areas along the trails at both sites of the botanical gardens and arboretum. Its flower has the unique ability to generate heat then melting the snow around it which attracts pollinators along with the "unpleasant" odor! Click here for additional photos   Location(s): Trails of the Gardens Trails of the Arb