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Elon University Botanical Garden
Elon University Botanical Garden
Description
Elon, which means Oak in Hebrew, named by the founders in 1889 as Elon College for the majestic Oaks that adorn the campus landscape. Designated a botanical garden in 2004, by the former President of the University, the 622 acres campus has over 5,800 trees. There are 78 different Genus of trees and 182 different Species. Along with the numerous gardens tucked in and around buildings the campus landscape features a Campus Tree Trail. The botanical garden and arboretum are planned and maintained as an educational, environmental, and aesthetic resource to benefit the Elon University community, Alamance County, and visitors.
Address
50 Campus Drive, Elon, North Carolina 27244, United States,
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E-Mail Address
sstevens@elon.edu
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