The Polly Hill Arboretum

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The Polly Hill Arboretum

A Martha's Vineyard horticultural and historical landmark, open to the public sunrise to sunset.

08/17/2026

This Wednesday, join author and educator, Maria Pinto, for an interactive writing workshop! Participants will learn how their interactions with the natural world can equip them to be effective science communicators and nature writers. Learn more and register at pollyhillarboretum.org.

08/13/2026

On Tuesday evening, Tim Boland was awarded Native Plant Trust's Regional Impact Award in recognition of his decades of leadership in ecological horticulture. This award celebrates individuals or organizations whose work advances the understanding, protection, and appreciation of the region’s native plants. We're so proud of Tim for receiving this meaningful and well deserved honor! Congratulations, Tim!

Photo by Hailey McLaughlin

08/10/2026

We've restocked our plant sale and it's the perfect time to start thinking about fall planting! We have new perennials like, Allium 'Millenium', Tricyrtis 'Samurai', and Athyrium filix-femina 'Victoriae'. Plus new trees including Magnolia australis var australis, Gymnocladus dioicus, Acer saccharum, and many more!

The plant sale is open daily, 9:30am-4pm. Members receive 10% off! 🌱

08/07/2026

Visit the North Field to see Lycoris squamigera, known as the surprise lily or resurrection lily! They can be spotted in the grass pathway if you follow the northern stone wall from the Visitor Center.

These lilies having a fascinating growing pattern! The foliage emerges in the early spring and dies back through June but then later in the summer they erupt from the ground and are in full bloom in 4-5 days. They are a great addition to a garden, just don't forget where you planted them or you may end up planting things on top of them!

08/06/2026

Join us tomorrow from 9am-12pm for engaging demonstrations and the opportunity to get all your tree questions answered! The morning will kick off with a demonstration of Beech Leaf Disease tree injection followed by a tour of our beech tree collection. See demonstrations of tree climbing, tree injections, support systems, and other fascinating arboricultural practices. Bring your tree questions and your curiosity!

Cover photo by Ray Ewing

08/04/2026

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5th at 5:30pm to hear from Tim Boland as he reflects on over two decades leading PHA. Looking back on a career devoted to bringing plants and people together, Tim will share memories of Polly and his thoughts on the critical role arboreta play in the world.

Learn more and register on our website. Pre-registration encouraged.

08/01/2026

It’s a great weekend to visit our Plant Sale! Choose from our selection of wildflowers, trees, shrubs, and perennials. The available plants, many of which are Polly Hill introductions or Island natives, are chosen for their superior qualities and adaptability to our local climate!

The plant sale is open daily, 9:30am to 4pm.

PHA Members receive a 10% discount! Become a member today at pollyhillarboretum.org 🌱

Photo by Ray Ewing

07/29/2026

Love the garden chairs found around our grounds? Make your own this Saturday! In this hands-on workshop led by Dan Benarcik, you'll learn to build the iconic Wave Hill Chair. Dan will provide step-by-step direction and all materials. No previous experience is necessary!

Pre-registration is required. Visit our website to learn more and register.

Photo by Ray Ewing

07/27/2026

We're thrilled to share that Tim Boland is the 2026 recipient of the Thomas Roland Medal from the Massachusetts Horticultural Society! This award recognizes exceptional skill in horticulture and lectures, and honors Tim's leadership in preserving and advancing PHA's horticultural legacy by expanding the Arboretum’s collections, research, and educational mission. Congratulations, Tim!

Photo by Ray Ewing

Address

795 State Road
West Tisbury, MA
02568

Telephone

+15086939426

Website

http://www.pollyhillarboretum.org/

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