Enjoy our March e-newsletter!

"The stormy March has come at last,

With wind, and cloud, and changing skies;

I hear the rushing of the blast

That through the snowy valley flies."

- William Cullen Bryant

Mushroom Workshop

March 21st, 10:00AM-12:00PM

This course will show you how to grow delicious mushrooms at home. There is a slide presentation, then participants will inoculate logs and bring them home! The workshop is partially outdoors; please dress appropriately. All ages welcomed! Register Here

Member Pruning Workshop

Sunday, April 12, 2026 12:00PM - 1:30PM

Member exclusive event! Join our Executive Director, Debbie Merriam, and Horticulturist Ellen Scheid to learn about early-spring pruning. Register here.

If you are interested in becoming a member and joining us for this event, click here.

Winter Fire

Calm Before the Storm

This year Winter Fire was held on a beautiful snowy evening. Attendees enjoyed a snow-covered garden walk followed by s'mores and hot cider. Thank you to those who joined us!

Thank you, Matthew!

Our Facilities Manager, Matthew Noiseux, did a phenomenal job making sure the grounds were plowed and safe for our caretaker, staff, and visitors. This is the most snow the arboretum has seen since 2015. Please come enjoy our cleared driveway and parking lot, and enjoy snowshoeing through the gardens.

Staff Note

Early spring has started with a bang! The gardens are sleeping under a very thick blanket of snow while rabbits, raccoons, squirrels and coyotes skirt across the top looking for food. The garden is a magical place if you have a pair of snowshoes, come visit and enjoy the snow in the March sunshine.

We also want to thank everyone who contributed to our yearly fundraiser. You are so appreciated!

Debbie Merriam

Executive Director

Become a Wakefield Arboretum Member

Your membership supports educational programs connecting youth and adults with land and history and our work to create a living and accessible landscape.

IMPORTANT DATES

at a glance:

March 21, 2026

10:00AM - 12:00PM

Mushroom Workshop Register Here

April 12, 2025

12:00PM - 1:30PM

Member Pruning Workshop Register here

Plan a visit soon!

Take a walk through the gardens and enjoy the scenery.

The Mary May Binney Wakefield Arboretum is open weekdays 7AM-3PM (except holidays), by appointment.

To schedule a visit, call 617-333-0924 or email: arboretum@dogwoodlanefarm.org.