The University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a 1,200-acre public garden in Chaska, Minnesota, that attracts nearly 700,000 visitors per year. Best known for its beautiful display gardens, nationally recognized tree collections, protected natural areas and research activity, the Arboretum is easy to explore via paved paths, such as Three-Mile Walk and Three-Mile Drive, which are open year-round. Many miles of wooded trails, stone pathways and routes for cross-country skiers and snowshoers provide access to the healing power of nature in all seasons.

Matthew Clark, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Horticultural Science where he leads the fruit breeding program. He also serves as the Director of Research for the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. His research focus is on developing cold-hardy and disease resistant fruit varieties. For nearly 10 years he led the University’s grape breeding program before switching his focus to apples and other fruit crops. Professor Clark will provide an overview of the University’s research projects at the Arboretum and Horticultural Research Center, in Chaska, MN.