Join the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden as the Assistant Nursery Manager, where you'll help lead plant propagation, student mentorship, public engagement and more.
Four Learning by Leading™ students were awarded the Pinkerton Prize for Outstanding Student Contributions for going above and beyond in their roles as interns to support the Arboretum and Public Garden.
As Andrew Fulks retires from UC Davis after 23 years, his influence can be seen across the campus landscape—from the grasslands of Russell Ranch to the restoration of Putah Creek Riparian Reserve and the revitalized Arboretum Waterway. Fulks didn’t just care for these places—he helped redefine what they could be, and how people could work together to make them thrive.
The Arboretum Terrace Garden and Lois Crowe Patio, nestled on the east side of the Davis Commons Shopping Center. reopens to the public on Thursday, May 29, 2025 — just in time to celebrate its 25th anniversary as a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired gathering space.
If you’ve visited the UC Davis Arboretum recently, you might have noticed an algae bloom at the west end of the newly renovated Waterway. While algae can sometimes seem like a sign that something is wrong, Arboretum and Public Garden staff want visitors to know: this is actually a normal—and expected—part of a healthy wetland’s development.
Thanks to generous donations, dedicated volunteers, and passionate student leaders, we have made remarkable strides in planting new trees, enhancing campus landscapes, and creating opportunities for hands-on learning.
Help support the growth of Arboretum and its programs and ability to serve the public! Apply to be an Assistant Director of Development on behalf of the Arboretum and Public Garden
This spring the Friends of the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden are offering fruit trees at their seasonal plant sale fundraiser. Inventory was chosen with Central Valley home gardeners in mind, meaning they’re productive, well-suited to our climate, and ready to flourish in your backyard!
