Below you will find descriptions of all of the gardens in the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum. Please use this list and this accompanying map as a guide for a self tour the next time you visit. Herb Garden, est. The culinary herb terrace mimicks the herb and spices shelf of a world-renown cook with a variety of common herbs used in the preparation of foods. It is capped off with an attractive bed of red and orange flowered Nasturtiums.
Nasturtiums have a raddish-like taste and can be used in salads.
The medicinal terrace holds a variety of herbs used in remedies of ancient times and even some used in research today. The leaves and roots of the poke root is used by researchers and chefs alike as the plant is used in cancer research and its leaves make for a nutritious salad in the early season. Arboretum grounds keepers will attest to the effectiveness of the Purple Coneflower in warding off colds. The Purple Coneflower helps to build the immune system. Although all of the herbs on the fragrance terrace exhibit pungent fragrances, some may need a little encouragement.