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About Iowa Arboretum
A visit to the Iowa Arboretum's 378-acre facility located in scenic, rural Boone County is an experience you won't want to miss. This site offers 40 acres developed as a 'Library of Living Plants' showcasing hundreds of species of trees, shrubs and flowers in a tranquil scenic setting. The Iowa Arboretum displays the largest and most diverse display of plants that can be successfully grown in Iowa. Be sure to check out the Children's Garden and Butterfly Garden, popular spots for some of our youngest visitors!
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Be sure to come dressed for the weather. Proper walking or hiking shoes are a must and be sure to bring your bug repellent.
Does Iowa Arboretum have a gift shop?
We have all of your outdoor gardening needs and more in our Potting Shed gift shop. Peruse our wide selection of decorations, tools and gardening books. Pick up gardening tools for your kids. And for the adults, buy a bottle of Snus Hill wine, made at a local vineyard or take home some tasty tea. Be sure to check out the variety of artwork for sale from local artists including paintings, gourds and cards.
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Looking for a unique educational setting to bring a school group but low on funds? We can help! Contact us to find out more information about our exciting Green Bus Fund. These funds are set aside specifically to assist schools in covering the cost of transportation to the Iowa Arboretum. Please call 515-795-3216 or email us at link above
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