To establish an internationally recognized horticultural destination attraction, featuring exclusive contributions to our plant collections. Focusing on new and viable ornamental plants for today’s gardens with a special emphasis on conifers, woody plants and peonies.

Employ innovation and technology in the pursuit of horticultural research and evaluation of plant species and cultivars, with emphasis on new plant cultivars and rare species for ornamental, commercial and scientific use.

To share knowledge in botany and horticulture, by cultivating an appreciation for our natural environment, through education workshops, seminars, public events and guided tours.

Provide a unique social and accessible experience in a natural environment to be enjoyed by all ages.