The garden was founded in 1930 as an auxiliary scientific facility for the local university.
It maintains a collection of over 3,000 species, varieties, and forms of plants from different climatic zones.
The arboretum collection includes rare species of conifers and deciduous trees that are not native to the Dnipropetrovsk region.
It serves as a key site for the conservation of rare flora species listed in the Red Data Book of Ukraine.
The garden contains a specialized 'Rosarium' (rose garden) which features a wide variety of cultivars during the summer flowering period.
The Dnipropetrovsk National University Botanic Garden spans approximately 27 hectares and serves as a major scientific and educational research base for the region. It features a diverse collection of dendrological, floral, and ornamental plant species organized into specialized botanical zones. Established in the early 20th century, the site houses a significant greenhouse complex for tropical and subtropical flora. The garden operates under the administration of Oles Honchar Dnipro National University. Visitors can explore various ecological expositions, including rock gardens and arboretum sectors. It functions as an ex-situ conservation site for rare and endangered plants native to the Ukrainian Steppe. The landscape incorporates natural terrain variations, providing habitats for diverse herbaceous and woody species. Ongoing research at the site focuses on plant acclimatization and ecological monitoring within the urban environment.
The central greenhouse exterior and the expansive rose garden pathways.
Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for gravel paths and unpaved terrain.
Bring your own water as amenities within the expansive park grounds are limited.
Check the official website before visiting, as access to certain greenhouses may be restricted depending on research activities.
Do not attempt to collect seeds or plant cuttings, as the site is an active scientific research facility.
Closed on Mondays and Fridays; generally more accessible during the spring and summer seasons.
Stay on marked trails to protect sensitive research plots; smoking and alcohol consumption are strictly prohibited.
