Six distinct garden sections and over a mile of boreal forest trails — each one a living chapter of Alaska's natural story.
From alpine rock gardens to ancient boreal forest trails, each section tells a different story of Alaska's botanical heritage.
Culinary & Medicinal Plants of the North
A fragrant collection of culinary herbs and medicinal plants — many used for centuries in Alaska and subarctic traditions. Discover how northern peoples have relied on these resilient plants for food, healing, and ceremony.
Alpine Plants of the Chugach
Inspired by the high alpine terrain of the Chugach Range, this garden showcases the incredible diversity of plants that thrive at elevation — from cushion plants to hardy sedges and dramatic mountain wildflowers.
Transition Zone Between Forest and Tundra
A dramatic landscape showcasing the fascinating ecological zone where boreal forest gives way to open tundra. Large boulders, naturally placed, provide habitat for plants that bridge two worlds.
Heritage Varieties of Early Alaska Settlers
A living tribute to the resilience of Alaska's early homesteaders who adapted gardening to the challenging northern climate. Features heirloom varieties that thrived in Anchorage from the 1910s through 1960s.
Alaska's Living Schoolroom
Designed specifically for field trips and educational programs, this living classroom features interpretive signage, hands-on stations, and specially curated plants that teach Alaska ecology, botany, and sustainability.
A Mile Through Alaska's Ancient Forest
Wander through a mature boreal forest ecosystem — the great northern forest that blankets much of Alaska. White spruce, paper birch, and aspen create a cathedral canopy above a rich understory of ferns, berries, and mosses.
Wander through towering white spruce and paper birch. Watch for moose, songbirds, and Alaska's rich understory of berries, ferns, and wildflowers.
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