The gift of a tree in memory or honor of someone is a wonderful, living tribute, and one that will support the mission of the Arboretum and help it to grow. For your donation of $250 or more (larger amounts will be put toward the purchase of larger specimens), an unmarked memorial or tribute tree can be purchased and planted at one of several sites at the Arboretum recommended by our arborist. Your donation covers the cost of the tree, labor to plant the tree, and maintenance and care of the tree to insure establishment. An attractive printed card describing your gift will be sent to the person or persons whom you designate, and the honored individual’s name will be posted on our website.
A tribute tree must be a species that is known to thrive under local conditions and which will complement our vision for the Arboretum. If you have a specific tree in mind, the Board will certainly consider your special request. Contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to make such a request or to arrange for an on-site meeting to discuss site selection for your gift tree.
Suggested tree types to help us diversify our collection would include: Flowering trees, Large canopy trees, Nut trees, Fall foliage trees, and Evergreens.
Use our Memorial Tree Donation Form to make your memorial or tribute gift.
