In the heart of Seattle, where nature takes a stand,
Lies a cherished arboretum, a landscape so grand.
With trails that whisper secrets ‘neath canopies wide,
A haven of tranquility, where the soul can abide.
Amidst towering conifers, Douglas firs embrace,
They’ve watched over the years, in their steadfast grace.
Pines, spruces, and firs, a forest’s vibrant theme,
Evergreen sentinels, sustaining our dreams.
In autumn, the maples burst forth with delight,
Acer’s brilliant hues set the parkβs canvas alight.
Japanese whispers of crimson, orange, and gold,
Each leaf a story of seasons, gently retold.
Azaleas line the pathways, a carnival of bloom,
In waves of pastel beauty, dispelling all gloom.
Rhododendrons join the dance, their petals aglow,
A symphony of color where laughter can flow.
Magnolias grace the branches, with blossoms so bold,
In whispers of spring, their fragrant tales unfold.
Winters bring camellias, rich reds and soft pink,
While silent reflections beckon us to think.
Geographic wonders from lands far and near,
Invite us to wander, to wonder, to cheer.
From Pacific Northwest groves to ancient East Asian trees,
Every carefully planted soul sings in the breeze.
As water lilies flourish by marshes so still,
Cattails sway gently, embracing natureβs will.
In every petal and leaf, a story awaits,
Of life’s fragile beauty, intricately celebrates.
Here, science and beauty intertwine in embrace,
Preserving the rarest, giving them space.
So come, take a journey through this arboreal dream,
In the heart of the city, where nature’s alive, and hearts gleam.
In the heart of the arboretum’s embrace,
Where whispers of nature find their place,
The Chinese Witchhazel, sweet and bright,
Unfurls its petals in soft, golden light.
Mountain Laurel, clad in verdant sheens,
Holds its heart-shaped leaves like secret dreams,
In fragrant clusters, it sings of the spring,
A homage to beauty that blossoms and clings.
Fothergilla dances with a perfumed grace,
Its fragrant blooms a soft, warm embrace,
Deciduous charm in the dance of the trees,
A soothing reminder as they sway with the breeze.
See the Variegated Kiwi Vine, entwined,
With yellow and green, nature’s palette defined,
Its tendrils reach forth like a painterβs own hand,
A tapestry woven from the earth and the land.
Soft Shield Fern, with leaves that are heart-shaped,
In the quiet of shade, its beauty is draped,
A living museum through the seasons it shines.