Horticulture is essential to conservation—from saving species to saving habitats.
We conserve global plant diversity through plant exploration, research, propagation, and knowledge-sharing. We collaborate with organizations around the world to find, prioritize, study, and save plants that are threatened with extinction or that hold cultural significance.
We use our scientific resources to learn more about the plants in our living collections and seedbanks today, ensuring their future preservation. We teach others our methods for growing plants, share plants with other gardens, and support reintroducing plants into the wild. When possible, we showcase these plants in our displays to inspire guests and highlight the beauty that is in nature.
Our Research Priorities
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Plant Exploration
Plant Exploration
We have traveled the globe with international and domestic partners to make new plant discoveries.
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Orchid Conservation
Orchid Conservation
Our Conservation Horticulture program is making great strides in researching and discovering the horticultural requirements for orchids—both locally and globally.
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Species of Conservation Concern
Species of Conservation Concern
We are committed to propagating and growing species of conservation concern to contribute to biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, research, education, and public awareness.
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Plant Trials
Plant Trials
Before being used in our displays, some plant specimens or seeds new to Longwood will undergo a rigorous review process to decide if they meet our quality standards.
