Chadwick Arboretum
Park University arboretum with diverse tree collections and gardens
Located on Ohio State University’s campus, Chadwick Arboretum displays curated plant collections, demonstration gardens and walking paths; visitors come for seasonal blooms, botany exhibits and quiet campus walks.
Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens is a public arboretum located on the Ohio State University campus in Columbus, Ohio. It functions as a living collection for education, research and public enjoyment.
The site contains collections of trees, shrubs and themed demonstration gardens that illustrate plant selection and sustainable gardening practices. The arboretum is used for teaching, horticultural trials and community outreach rather than large-scale tourism.
The arboretum was developed by Ohio State University to support campus teaching and research in horticulture and landscape design, and it continues to expand its plant collections and educational programs.
The arboretum is situated on the west side of the Ohio State University campus in Columbus, Ohio, and is accessible from campus roads and parking areas.
How to Get to Chadwick Arboretum #
The arboretum is on the main Ohio State University campus in Columbus. It’s accessible by car, campus bus routes, and on foot from central campus landmarks such as Mirror Lake. Check the arboretum website for specific garden maps and event schedules.
Tips for Visiting Chadwick Arboretum #
- Visit the teaching gardens and labeled collections on weekdays when volunteers or staff are conducting tours.
- Check the arboretum's calendar for seasonal plant sales and unpaid volunteer-led walks.
- The arboretum is adjacent to Ohio State campus-combine with a walk around Mirror Lake for a fuller visit.
Best Time to Visit Chadwick Arboretum #
Spring and autumn are the most visually rewarding seasons for the arboretum, when plantings show peak color and outdoor programming is frequent.
Weather & Climate near Chadwick Arboretum #
Chadwick Arboretum's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (954 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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