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312 N. Main St, Bentonville, AR | (479) 254-3870

The Exhibit Room: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
The Gardens: Sunrise to Sunset | The House: Private Rental

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“I challenge you to step forward to protect and care for the wild places you love best.” - Dr. Compton

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Oasis in the Heart of Downtown Bentonville

Compton Gardens & Arboretum is a peaceful seven-acre haven in the heart of Bentonville, showcasing the natural beauty and biodiversity of the Ozarks. Walk or bike through trails lined with native plants, towering trees, and seasonal blooms in this vibrant urban greenspace.

The mission of Compton Gardens and Arboretum is to provide a greenspace paradise that educates visitors about Arkansas native plants and history.

We aim to inspire the community about Dr. Neil Compton’s passion to preserve the Ozark landscape.

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Where it All Started

The late Dr. Neil Compton was known for his love of the outdoors and his efforts to preserve it.

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Native Trees & Plants

Our living collection showcases a wide variety of native trees & plants, originally cultivated by Dr. Compton himself.

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The mid-century modern home provides multiple layouts for private events.

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Compton Gardens & Arboretum

312 N Main St, Bentonville, AR 72712

(479) 254-3870

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  • Happy Arbor Day from Compton Gardens 🌿 Your support means everything to us. If you’d like to help care for and grow this space, you can give through the link in our bio or simply come out and enjoy our spaces.
  • Back in the garden this week After a busy plant sale, our team is back to planting, weeding, and mulching, and getting everything looking its best for the season ahead. Missed the sale? No worries. Mark your calendar for our Fall Native Tree and Plant Sale, happening September 22–25, 2026.
  • This is our home. This Earth Day, be part of what keeps Compton Gardens growing. Your gift helps restore, care for, and grow Compton Gardens & Arboretum for generations to come. Link in bio to donate #earth #earthday #givingback #nativeplants #bentonville
  • Last chance. If you’ve been thinking about planting something that actually does something… this is it. These aren’t just flowers. They feed pollinators, bring your yard to life, and come back year after year. Build your pollinator garden while you still can. We’re here until 3.
  • Grab your trees. Grab your plants. Take them home. Tomorrow is the last day of our sale! We will be there until 3PM
  • Updated plant list for all the amazing native plants we still have in stock! $35 native trees are still here! Redbuds, oaks, maples and more. Come find your tree before someone else does.
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Happy Arbor Day from Compton Gardens 🌿 Your support means everything to us. If you’d like to help care for and grow this space, you can give through the link in our bio or simply come out and enjoy our spaces.
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Back in the garden this week After a busy plant sale, our team is back to planting, weeding, and mulching, and getting everything looking its best for the season ahead. Missed the sale? No worries. Mark your calendar for our Fall Native Tree and Plant Sale, happening September 22–25, 2026.
Back in the garden this week After a busy plant sale, our team is back to planting, weeding, and mulching, and getting everything looking its best for the season ahead. Missed the sale? No worries. Mark your calendar for our Fall Native Tree and Plant Sale, happening September 22–25, 2026.
Back in the garden this week After a busy plant sale, our team is back to planting, weeding, and mulching, and getting everything looking its best for the season ahead. Missed the sale? No worries. Mark your calendar for our Fall Native Tree and Plant Sale, happening September 22–25, 2026.
Back in the garden this week After a busy plant sale, our team is back to planting, weeding, and mulching, and getting everything looking its best for the season ahead. Missed the sale? No worries. Mark your calendar for our Fall Native Tree and Plant Sale, happening September 22–25, 2026.
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Back in the garden this week After a busy plant sale, our team is back to planting, weeding, and mulching, and getting everything looking its best for the season ahead. Missed the sale? No worries. Mark your calendar for our Fall Native Tree and Plant Sale, happening September 22–25, 2026.
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This is our home. This Earth Day, be part of what keeps Compton Gardens growing. Your gift helps restore, care for, and grow Compton Gardens & Arboretum for generations to come. Link in bio to donate #earth #earthday #givingback #nativeplants #bentonville
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Last chance. If you’ve been thinking about planting something that actually does something… this is it. These aren’t just flowers. They feed pollinators, bring your yard to life, and come back year after year. Build your pollinator garden while you still can. We’re here until 3.
Last chance. If you’ve been thinking about planting something that actually does something… this is it. These aren’t just flowers. They feed pollinators, bring your yard to life, and come back year after year. Build your pollinator garden while you still can. We’re here until 3.
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Last chance. If you’ve been thinking about planting something that actually does something… this is it. These aren’t just flowers. They feed pollinators, bring your yard to life, and come back year after year. Build your pollinator garden while you still can. We’re here until 3.
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Grab your trees. Grab your plants. Take them home. Tomorrow is the last day of our sale! We will be there until 3PM
Grab your trees. Grab your plants. Take them home. Tomorrow is the last day of our sale! We will be there until 3PM
Grab your trees. Grab your plants. Take them home. Tomorrow is the last day of our sale! We will be there until 3PM
Grab your trees. Grab your plants. Take them home. Tomorrow is the last day of our sale! We will be there until 3PM
Grab your trees. Grab your plants. Take them home. Tomorrow is the last day of our sale! We will be there until 3PM
Grab your trees. Grab your plants. Take them home. Tomorrow is the last day of our sale! We will be there until 3PM
Grab your trees. Grab your plants. Take them home. Tomorrow is the last day of our sale! We will be there until 3PM
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Grab your trees. Grab your plants. Take them home. Tomorrow is the last day of our sale! We will be there until 3PM
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Updated plant list for all the amazing native plants we still have in stock! $35 native trees are still here! Redbuds, oaks, maples and more. Come find your tree before someone else does.
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Updated plant list for all the amazing native plants we still have in stock! $35 native trees are still here! Redbuds, oaks, maples and more. Come find your tree before someone else does.
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