UC Davis Arboretum Teaching Nursery

Category: Arboretum

Address: 1046 Garrod Dr, Davis, CA 95616, USA

Phone: +15307524880

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Chris Bristol

Jul 6, 2022

Great area to relax while waiting for your dog’s appointment at UC Davis.

Erica Breitsprecher

May 14, 2022

Beautiful environment rich in plant diversity. Nature abounds. Cranes, hawks, ducks, turtles, lizards and so many more flora and fauna to experience. Bring your kids, loved one and your camera.

Hanh Pham

Jan 31, 2022

One of my favorite places as an easy getaway without going far. It’s peaceful, relaxing and good exercise. You can walk the entire loop. Hang out at different parts. Good for everyone! I went recently to reminisce the good times taking one of my favorite dog here. He was such a good boy who loved this place. It just adds to my memories from undergrad and now as an older adult. Definitely, one of places for a quick escape from the busy world.

Charlotte Vue

Aug 4, 2021

My boys enjoyed the walk watching the horses, ducks and squirrels. In case any one wants to bring food for the ducks, there is a do not feed the ducks sign along the trail.

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Questions & Answers

Are dogs on a leash welcome

Daniel Loera | Aug 27, 2018
Matharin Lee | Aug 27, 2018

Yes

Is there public parking on weekdays

Jack Rose | May 28, 2022
Michael Preiss | May 28, 2022

Yes. Have ParkMobile setup on your phone to be ready for payment.

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Are the restrooms at the arboretum open ?

Suvarna Dabke | Nov 29, 2021
Loraine Watson | Nov 29, 2021

Apparently, some are open. I haven't used them personally but someone asked yesterday and another volunteer directed them to the closest restroom.

Hi. I was wondering I you have to pay to go in or what are the requirements?

Maty Ytam | Aug 27, 2019
Karen “Sactokaren” Barsch | Aug 27, 2019

If you drive, you'll pay for parking during the week. It's free on weekends.

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Can you have a dog?

Sylvia Hurdle | Aug 27, 2019
Michael Preiss | Aug 27, 2019

Yes, but on a leash

I want to buy at least 6-8 Valley Oak trees. How much are they? How far apart do then to be when planting them? What are the plant procedures? How fast do they grow?vi David McGlocklin

David McGlocklin | Aug 27, 2019
Clinton Gibson | Aug 27, 2019

Hi, I'm an amatuer gardener so not a UC Master Gardener. Here is the Calscape entry: https://calscape.org/Quercus-lobata-(Valley-Oak)?srchcr=sc5c2525e5a246e For a Valley Oak, I would consider where you're at. If in fire prone areas make sure you follow CalFire recommendations for spacing. Keep in mind defensible space from the house and how embers could travel in a fire situation. Otherwise I would consider spacing them so you have a little breathing room between the drip line of each oak tree at their mature size. Maybe 40 ft if you have space? According to Calscape they get up to 20 feet in 5 years, and up to 40 to 50 feet in 10 or 15 years. I haven't personally planted trees so I would ask someone at the nursery. The next plant sale at this nursery is in Spring on March 9th for members and April 6th for the broader public. https://arboretum.ucdavis.edu/plant-sales I would expect a tree to be at least $20 to $25 each for a 5 gallon plant. Larger sizes can get pricey, $50+

Is there someone there that can give a group tour or talk about aspects of the arboretum that woyld be educational? Need to do this on the 3rd Thursday of the month

Diana Polainer | Aug 27, 2018
April A. Genung | Aug 27, 2018

I would try giving them a call. I'm sure they would be happy to help you.

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