It holds the national collection of maples (Acer) and genus Populus.
The arboretum occupies a historically significant landscape garden layout designed by the Conwentz family in the 19th century.
It contains a collection of 'living fossils,' including the Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides).
The grounds host a dedicated Alpine Garden (Alpinarium) designed to mimic mountain habitat conditions.
It is an official center for forest genetics research in Poland.
The Arboretum SGGW in Rogów is one of the largest and most significant botanical gardens in Poland, managed by the Warsaw University of Life Sciences. It serves as an experimental forest area encompassing over 54 hectares of diverse plant collections. The site features extensive alpine gardens, conifer collections, and rare species of trees and shrubs from across the northern hemisphere. It is specifically renowned for its massive collection of woody plants, including the largest collection of maple species in Poland. The area includes both cultivated garden sections and protected forest reserve zones. Researchers use the arboretum for studies in dendrology and forest ecology. A dedicated museum of wood and forest technology is also located within the facility grounds. The terrain includes natural ponds, walking paths, and designated educational trails.
The wooden bridge overlooking the pond in the alpine garden section.
Bring insect repellent during the summer months due to the high density of forest vegetation.
Download the digital guide or printed map from the visitor center to navigate the expansive, non-linear path network.
Wear sturdy, waterproof footwear as paths can become muddy after rainfall.
Attempting to cover the entire 54-hectare park in under two hours; wear comfortable walking shoes as the terrain is natural.
Open daily throughout the year, though specific garden sections may have restricted access during winter months.
Stick to marked walking paths to protect sensitive plant specimens; do not pick flora or disturb wildlife.
