Dominion Arboretum
The Dominion Arboretum is located at the Central Experimental Farm of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Originally begun in 1889 the Arboretum covers about 26 ha of rolling land between Highway 16 and the Rideau Canal. At a latitude of 45°, this is the most northerly arboretum in North America and can experience temperatures as low as -39°C. It displays a wide range of well-established trees and shrubs with the intention of evaluating their hardiness. The arboretum is open from dawn to dusk and the admission is free.
Although the climate of the area is Zone 5a, the northeast corner has its own microclimate and is warmer by one zone allowing for a collection of magnolias, azaleas, and several other fringe trees including Metasequoia and Liriodendron.
One of the favourite attractions for tourists is the Ornamental Gardens. In this area are located the annual plant display, perennial borders, lilac walks, roses and hedges. The hedge collection was planted between 1966 and 1968 and contains a variety of species suitable for use as a hedge.
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