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Around the Grounds

Because the land that was selected in 1929 to be the site of The President's House was then known as the "horticulture tract," it features a variety of trees, shrubs and flowers. In the original 1931 proposal, the horticulture department envisioned that the grounds would serve three purposes: private use of the president and family; demonstrating gardening to public visitors; and demonstrating garden design and maintenance to students. We are excited to welcome you as we fulfil the original vision for this special place.

Photo of white and yellow spring bulbs blooming near The President's House
Photo of assorted spring bulbs blooming near The President's House
Photo of purple, pink and white tulips near The President's House
Photo of red, purple and orange tulips near The President's House
Photo of redbud trees blooming in the Backyard of The President's House
Photo of rhododendron blooming on the west side of The President's House
Photo of purple and orange pansies near The President's House
Photo of purple lilacs blooming on the west side of The President's House
Photo of pink and red cosmos in the Family Vegetable Garden
Photo of peach-colored lillies near The President's House
Photo of deep red lillies near The President's House
Photo of yellow lillies near The President's House
Photo of orange lillies near The President's House
Photo of assorted zinnias in the Family Vegetable Garden
Photo of blue morning glories in the Family Vegetable Garden
Photo of Remon linden trees in snowy conditions on the east side of the President's House
Photo of a Japanese maple tree in the Backyard of The President's House
Photo of trees in fall in the Backyard of The President's House
Photo of a deciduous holly bush in fall colors near The President's House
Photo of a maple tree with red leaves in fall near The President's House