Trees, History, Care – The Champions of Dunn Gardens
In our walk at Dunn Gardens, we will discuss the strong history and care of Dunn Gardens, including the Olmsted Design that has been preserved, and the vision of the future while acknowledging the past. We will identify an exceptional collection of trees and shrubs, and analyze the work and preservation efforts that go into caring for State Champion trees, and others who continue to stand strong past the age of 100. We will discuss the role that nature and humans have played in this space over the years, and we will have a good time doing it!
Michelle Rau is a horticultural educator, plant nerd and all-around hoot. She has 12 years of experience in horticulture and is a Certified Professional Horticulturist, ISA Certified Arborist, faculty member at Edmonds College, and serves on the board of the Northwest Horticulture Society. Michelle spent a couple of years working at Plant Amnesty, time on the board, and gives the organization some credit for her spicy sense of humor and willingness to push the thinking of plant and garden enthusiasts.