This used to be Polly Hill's private property. She collected seeds and plants from all over the world throughout her life and nurtured them on her farm in West Tisbury, not far from the Ag Hall....
The Polly Hill Arboretum
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The Polly Hill Arboretum, located in West Tisbury, MA, is a nonprofit institution dedicated to the cultivation and study of plants, as well as the conservation of its tranquil landscape. Established by the renowned horticulturist Polly Hill in 1958, it features a diverse collection of rare trees and shrubs from around the world, including notable species such as the North Tisbury azaleas and the national stewartia collection.
Visitors can explore the grounds year-round, where stone walls, meadows, and fields provide a scenic backdrop for the unique plant collections. The Arboretum also offers a selection of plants for sale, many of which are native to the region or originally introduced by Polly Hill, and promotes engagement through innovative online tools like the Arboretum Explorer.
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Beautiful arboretum! Very relaxing to stroll through Polly Hill and view all the plant/tree species.
I visited in late June when many plants, trees and shrubs were still in bloom. I heard that the giant magnolia trees were in bloom from a vender at the West Tisbury Farmers Market and so I...
I took my mom and 2 of her friends, all of whom are 70 yo to Polly Hill. I chose it because the walk was flat. (My mom has a bad knee.) We loved our visit to Polly Hill. The volunteer greeter was...
There is a jewel in the middle of the island called the Polly Hill Arboretum. I have had the chance to visit many times and always walk along in peaceful delight. I believe people have a real...
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