Arboreta become accredited by evaluating and submitting documentation on the level of achievement of specified standards.
There is no fee required!
Accreditation process and criteria
- Evaluate which level suits your arboretum or organization.
- Complete the application online. Make sure all labeling requirements are met prior to submitting the application.
- The ArbNet staff reviews your application and makes a decision within four weeks.
- The decision is based on self-assessment and documentation of your arboretum’s level of achievement against accreditation standards.
- ArbNet staff may schedule future site visits.
- Accreditation is valid for five years with a simple renewal every five years.
Please submit your completed application online and all necessary attachments. Applications submitted online have a limit of 35MG total of attachments. If your attachments exceed this you may submit them via email to arbnet@mortonarb.org or share separately. Attach at least two photos of your arboretum (high resolution JPEG format in landscape orientation), with your application for use on the ArbNet website.
The ArbNet/Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) Reciprocal Accreditation program has been paused in order to allow us time to develop a compatible system. Arboreta interested in becoming BGCI accredited during this pause are encouraged to learn about BGCI’s program and apply directly here.
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