UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE

ARBORETUM

 MISSION STATEMENT

The goals and objectives of the USM Arboretum are:

     To create a diversity of species that reflects the history of the campus and provides

                        a botanical teaching tool

    To develop a master plan for green space management and preservation, including a

                        complete inventory of each tree that incorporates plant identification, location, age, 

                        growth and management records

     To promote horticultural awareness within the University and local community, through 

                         the maintenance of  a self-guided walking tour

     To quantify and capitalize on campus microclimates in order to foster the growth of 

                         non-invasive species not common to the southern Maine area

      To develop a plan for integrated pest management that includes minimal pesticide use in 

                          concert with encouragement of native wildlife and bird species