Mt Cuba Center
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Mission

Our mission is to inspire an appreciation for the beauty and value of native plants and a commitment to protect the habitats that sustain them.

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HOURS

The gardens and trails are open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 am to 6 pm.

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Classes and Programs

Classes offered year-round. Learn to garden in harmony with nature, take an art class, attend an event, and more!

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Trial Garden

Mt. Cuba Center evaluates native plants and related cultivars for horticultural and ecological value.

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MEMBERSHIP

Enjoy unlimited general admission, member discounts, guest passes, and more!

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About Mt. Cuba Center

Mt. Cuba Center is a renowned botanic garden committed to the conservation of native plants and their habitats. The gardens and trails are open for general admission Tuesday through Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm.

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The Power of Native Plants

Find plants that work best in your own garden and add beauty while supporting a thriving ecosystem with our Native Plant Finder.

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