75th anniversary of Denmark’s international arboretum in Hørsholm - 04.05.2011

The arboretum opened in 1936, and ever since the collection of trees, bushes and shrubs have inspired nature-lovers, gardeners, foresters, scientists and students.

 

Celebrations are being planned to mark the 75th anniversary of the arboretum this year on

Sunday 15 May at 13.00-15.00.

 

The arboretum was created by Carl Syrach Larsen, at the time the leading Danish forest researcher. The aim was to demonstrate how various species of trees and bushes, especially from abroad, would tolerate growing conditions in Denmark.

 

Today, the arboretum is home to approx. 1,500 species from almost all continents, making it one of the most biodiverse places in Denmark.

 

Many species do well in forests and gardens. For some of the species planted, Denmark is a climatic borderline habitat, while many have succumbed to the Danish climate in the course of the 75-year history of the arboretum.

 

At a time of dramatic climate change, the activities of the arboretum are of greater relevance than ever.

 

Guided tours of the arboretum will be organised on Sunday 15 May, providing insights into recent research findings, for example about ash disease, the quest for the perfect Christmas tree and the many Rhododendron varieties.

 

Programme:

13.00 Welcome and speeches at the flagpole, Kirkegårdsvej 3, 2970 Hørsholm

13.30 Guided tours of the arboretum

15.00 End of celebrations at Gøgebakken

 

Registration is not necessary.

 

For further information, contact Erik Dahl Kjær (edk@life.ku.dk) and Anders Ræbild (are@life.ku.dk).