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Gardens

Our campus is filled with gardens that feature a wide variety of plants, trees, and shrubs. Many of these locations have been designated as pollinator gardens or native plant gardens, although these can be found throughout our landscaping. Search below to find the gardens close to you!

Chef's Garden 1 The Chef’s Garden, located in front of the Stamp Student Union, offers fresh and local herbs that can be used by our campus chefs and Campus Pantry participants.
School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies Courtyard The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center is located on the northwest end of the University of Maryland campus and has been a hub of artistic innovation and collaboration since its opening in 2001.
Garden of Reflection and Remembrance

The Garden of Reflection and Remembrance, at the Memorial Chapel, features woody and herbaceous plants nestled amidst a mature trees.

Peace and Friendship Garden

The University of Maryland has a growing bond with China through liaison work and programs such as the Confucius Institute. Veteran Chinese artist Han Meilin, among other famous Chinese artists, designed sculptures to contribute to these international bonds.

Topiary Testudo The pedestrian plaza East of Benjamin Hall and South of Cole Student Activity Center along Campus Drive is home to two landmarks, Topiary Testudo and the Veteran’s Memorial Flag Court.
Weber Memorial Garden Installed in the fall of 2018 on the south side of the Physical Sciences Complex, this garden honors the work of Professor Joseph Weber (1919-2000).
Entrance to Wooded Hillock Trail

Did you know there are wooded trails to hike on the University of Maryland’s campus? In the northwest corner of campus, across from the Terrapin Trail Garage, lies the Wooded Hillock, a natural area with rustic trails.

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