It is managed by the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology at the Poznań University of Life Sciences.
The arboretum serves as a critical site for monitoring how various tree species respond to climate change in Western Poland.
The collection focuses heavily on temperate climate species that can withstand the specific soil and moisture conditions of the Zielonka Forest area.
It acts as a permanent field classroom for university students specializing in botany and forest ecology.
The site includes controlled experimental plots that are used to track the long-term growth and hardiness of exotic arboreal specimens.
The Arboretum in Zielonka is an experimental forest facility managed by the Poznań University of Life Sciences. It serves as a scientific base for dendrology research, housing a significant collection of trees and shrubs from diverse climatic zones. The site functions as a living laboratory for testing the acclimatization of non-native plant species within the Wielkopolska region. Visitors can explore pathways winding through meticulously labeled specimen collections, including rare conifers and deciduous varieties. The terrain is largely forested, providing a managed habitat for local wildlife. The facility integrates academic research with educational outreach, emphasizing biodiversity conservation and sustainable forestry practices.
The main educational walking path during golden hour, where light filters through the dense canopy of diverse tree species.
Bring mosquito repellent as the dense, damp forest environment can be prone to insects.
Stick to marked walking paths to avoid disturbing the ongoing research plots and protected undergrowth.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe footwear suitable for natural, unpaved forest trails.
Attempting to enter fenced-off research plots or scientific restricted zones marked with warning signs.
Open seasonally; typically closed during winter months and periods of high fire risk in the forest.
No loud noise, no picking or collecting plant specimens, and keep dogs on a leash at all times.
