2013 ASHS Annual Conference

Objective(s):
To share information and experiences regarding the challenges and opportunities of those responsible for the management and operations of university gardens.

One of the fastest-growing segments in public horticulture is that of the college or university affiliated gardens. However, university gardens can be quite different from non-university botanical gardens. From the setting of the garden as part of the university campus to their organizational structure, mission, funding, and staff, university gardens are unique. Having access to teaching and research facilities as well as faculty expertise can provide unique opportunities. This workshop will be a roundtable discussion about the unique challenges and opportunities of those involved with the management and operations of university gardens. The intent of this workshop is to provide an opportunity for researchers to exchange and discuss practices and experiences in working in the university garden environment. Members of the Public Horticulture Working Group are encouraged to come prepared to participate in this roundtable discussion.