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

Tree Talk & Tour

June 24 | Join us for our Tree Talk & Tour, a free, engaging, and informative experience led by Peel Compton Foundation’s ISA Certified Arborist, David McNiel!

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.

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

What Our Visitors are Saying

Explore Compton Gardens & Arboretum

  • Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
  • Our gardens at Compton are buzzing with pollinators right now! 

A better garden starts with what you plant and we plant native trees and plants!
  • Most of us walk past trees without realizing what’s happening above us, below us, and all around us! 

Sometimes all it takes is slowing down long enough to notice. 🌿

(If trees make you even a little curious, our upcoming Tree Talk & Tour at Compton Gardens might be your kind of evening.) 

link in bio to sign up if interested

This free event is made possible thanks to the Leedee Foundation and supported by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers
  • Join ISA Certified Arborist David McNiel for Tree Talk & Tour at Compton Gardens & Arboretum and explore the hidden world of trees, from roots to canopy. You’ll pick up practical tree care tips, learn how trees shape healthy ecosystems, and spend an evening seeing the landscape a little differently.

✨ Free event but please register in advance.

📅 June 24 | 5:30 PM

Presented by Ledee Foundation
Supported by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers

If you want to learn more or register comment "tree" below and we will DM you the link!
  • It’s always a good day to remove invasive plants and replace it with something native!
  • 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.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel!

The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Last night, we hosted our free Tree Talk and Tour at Compton Gardens with certified arborist David McNiel! The evening started with a lecture in the Garden Room before heading outside for a hands-on walk through the property, where guests got a closer look at the trees that make Compton Gardens so special. Thank you to everyone who joined us for a beautiful evening of learning, exploring, and appreciating the natural history around us. This evening was made possible thanks to the Ledee Foundation and Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
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Our gardens at Compton are buzzing with pollinators right now! A better garden starts with what you plant and we plant native trees and plants!
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Most of us walk past trees without realizing what’s happening above us, below us, and all around us! 

Sometimes all it takes is slowing down long enough to notice. 🌿

(If trees make you even a little curious, our upcoming Tree Talk & Tour at Compton Gardens might be your kind of evening.) 

link in bio to sign up if interested

This free event is made possible thanks to the Leedee Foundation and supported by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers
Most of us walk past trees without realizing what’s happening above us, below us, and all around us! 

Sometimes all it takes is slowing down long enough to notice. 🌿

(If trees make you even a little curious, our upcoming Tree Talk & Tour at Compton Gardens might be your kind of evening.) 

link in bio to sign up if interested

This free event is made possible thanks to the Leedee Foundation and supported by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers
Most of us walk past trees without realizing what’s happening above us, below us, and all around us! 

Sometimes all it takes is slowing down long enough to notice. 🌿

(If trees make you even a little curious, our upcoming Tree Talk & Tour at Compton Gardens might be your kind of evening.) 

link in bio to sign up if interested

This free event is made possible thanks to the Leedee Foundation and supported by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers
Most of us walk past trees without realizing what’s happening above us, below us, and all around us! 

Sometimes all it takes is slowing down long enough to notice. 🌿

(If trees make you even a little curious, our upcoming Tree Talk & Tour at Compton Gardens might be your kind of evening.) 

link in bio to sign up if interested

This free event is made possible thanks to the Leedee Foundation and supported by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers
Most of us walk past trees without realizing what’s happening above us, below us, and all around us! 

Sometimes all it takes is slowing down long enough to notice. 🌿

(If trees make you even a little curious, our upcoming Tree Talk & Tour at Compton Gardens might be your kind of evening.) 

link in bio to sign up if interested

This free event is made possible thanks to the Leedee Foundation and supported by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers
Most of us walk past trees without realizing what’s happening above us, below us, and all around us! Sometimes all it takes is slowing down long enough to notice. 🌿 (If trees make you even a little curious, our upcoming Tree Talk & Tour at Compton Gardens might be your kind of evening.) link in bio to sign up if interested This free event is made possible thanks to the Leedee Foundation and supported by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers
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Join ISA Certified Arborist David McNiel for Tree Talk & Tour at Compton Gardens & Arboretum and explore the hidden world of trees, from roots to canopy. You’ll pick up practical tree care tips, learn how trees shape healthy ecosystems, and spend an evening seeing the landscape a little differently.

✨ Free event but please register in advance.

📅 June 24 | 5:30 PM

Presented by Ledee Foundation
Supported by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers

If you want to learn more or register comment "tree" below and we will DM you the link!
Join ISA Certified Arborist David McNiel for Tree Talk & Tour at Compton Gardens & Arboretum and explore the hidden world of trees, from roots to canopy. You’ll pick up practical tree care tips, learn how trees shape healthy ecosystems, and spend an evening seeing the landscape a little differently. ✨ Free event but please register in advance. 📅 June 24 | 5:30 PM Presented by Ledee Foundation Supported by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers If you want to learn more or register comment "tree" below and we will DM you the link!
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It’s always a good day to remove invasive plants and replace it with something native!
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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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