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Pinus sylvestris ‘Green Penguin’ – Green Penguin Scots Pine Pinus sylvestris ‘Green Penguin’ is a charming dwarf specimen Scots Pine. Known for its small, squat appearance, hence the name Green Pegnuin. This specific cultivar was found as a seedling in Park Rapids, Minnesota, by Jim Lewis. This cultivar is also known for its extreme hardiness with it being able to […]
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The holiday party was a huge success! We would like to thank all the folks who came out and enjoyed the festive decorations and lively atmosphere. We also wanted to thank the Milton High School Jazz quartet, who filled the mansion with wonderful music. We wish everyone a safe and joy-filled holiday season and new year.
Ilex verticillata ‘Wintergold’ – Wintergold Winterberry Ilex verticillata ‘Wintergold’, commonly known as Wintergold winterberry, has unique salmon-colored fruit. The berries begin to ripen in late summer to early fall and can last all the way into the new year. The snowy photo was taken on December 20, 2024. Winterberry is a dioecious species, which means there are separate male and […]
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December 13, 2025 2:00PM -4:00PM The Davenport Mansion will open for another year of holiday joy! We invite you to enjoy live music by the Milton High School Jazz Band, light refreshments, a warm fire, and an opportunity to meet our staff. Enjoy the festive decorations throughout the first floor of the mansion or a chilly stroll through the sleepy […]
The fall colors look spectacular this year at the arboretum. One of the more noteworthy specimens is the Mountain Witch Alder or Fothergilla major, pictured above. Fothergilla boasts beautiful, frilly blooms in the spring before leafing out. Lush green foliage throughout the summer and fall foliage that can range from fiery orange to a deep burgundy. Fothergilla major is native to […]