It houses over 2,500 plants in more than 150 families, including examples from most of the earth's climatic regions.
Public tours are available by request.
Twice a year the Conservatory has a public Open House, once in February and again in april on Picnic Day. Other events include talks, exhibits, school projects, and participation in the annual Arboretum Plant Faire. The conservatory is located on the UC Davis campus and is international in scope. Improved educational experience for students and general public who want to learn about plants from around the world. Researchers have access to a wide variety of specimens for plant biology, biochemistry, environmental toxicology and various other research projects.