Arboretum Content

How ��С�� Is Growing a Tree Canopy for Tomorrow’s Climate

Jocelyn C Anderson — March 28, 2023 - 9:20am

Discover how ��С�� is planting a canopy of strong shade trees to prepare for the extreme heat waves central California will experience in the next 100 years.

Sheep Graze the ��С�� Gateway to Help Maintain Landscape

Karen Michele Nikos — May 05, 2021 - 8:30am

Sheep are grazing the ��С��, Davis, campus gateway on Old Davis Road this week in an academic experiment to see if sheep can eat weeds and grass, fertilize and control pests as well as or better than using conventional landscaping methods.

Unexpected Art: Walk the Gateway Gardens in the Arboretum

Karen Michele Nikos — July 14, 2020 - 2:24pm

Arboretum Offers Art West of Mrak

By Leigh Houck, ��С�� Media Relations Intern

Unexpected Art: Walk the Treasure that is the Arboretum

Karen Michele Nikos — July 09, 2020 - 2:14pm

Part I: See Arboretum Art East of Mrak Hall

By Leigh Houck, ��С�� News and Media Relations Intern

THE DOWNLOAD: Photo Contest, Winemaking and Big Bling

Cody Kitaura — August 07, 2018 - 9:45am

Campus shutterbugs could soon see their pictures hanging in offices all around campus. Repro Graphics, in collaboration with the ��С�� Arboretum and Public Garden, is holding a contest for its annual made-to-order calendar giveaways.

Since 2010, Repro Graphics has been highlighting its in-house printing capabilities by offering free calenders featuring a custom blend of data and images.

8 Ways to Beat the Heat at ��С��

Anonymous — July 25, 2018 - 11:30am

In Northern California, namely here in the Sacramento Valley, the weather can get pretty warm in the summertime.

As the temperatures rise, here in Davis, there are a plenty of ways to beat the heat that won't break the bank, either. The best part about summer in Davis is enjoying the warm sun and taking part in recreational activities that will keep you cool at the same time.

The Weekender: Worth Doing and Seeing

Karen Michele Nikos — April 26, 2018 - 2:46pm

A feature of the Arts Blog that lets you know what's happening in and around the ��С�� campus for the weekend.

8 Study Spaces on Campus

Julia Ann Easley — December 05, 2016 - 9:39am

As a ��С�� student, you’re on a quest to discover and innovate. Along the way to knowledge and change, you’ll put in countless hours of studying. Finding study space at ��С�� doesn't necessarily have to mean sitting in an isolated silent chamber. Not unless you want it to, anyway. Why not spend them in one of these eight campus spaces poised to enhance collaboration, reflection and creativity?

Bees and Stars for National Public Gardens Day

Dave Jones — May 02, 2016 - 11:09am

So, you have to work this Friday (May 6), National Public Gardens Day? Not to worry. Come celebrate after work at two free events: an open house at the Häagen-Dazs Honey Bee Haven, followed by “Stargazing in the White Flower Garden,” in the arboretum.

11 Instagram-Worthy Spots at ��С��

Robyn Frances Huey — July 29, 2015 - 10:57am

From the Arboretum to Aggie Stadium, our campus bursts with gorgeous scenery all year long. Here are 10 places on campus where you must snap a photo for Instagram.