Dr. Compton Native Tree & Plant Sale: Spring

Monday, April 13 – Friday, April 17

No tickets or registration required.

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Description

The annual Dr. Compton Native Tree & Plant Sale is more than a plant sale, it is a fundraiser that supports Compton Gardens & Arboretum.

Shop a diverse selection of trees, shrubs, vines, ornamental grasses, perennials, and hardy ferns, all nurtured by our expert horticulture team.

Walk-ups are welcome. No reservation needed.

Dates & Times:

Monday, 4/13 | 7 AM – 6 PM
Tuesday, 4/14 | 7 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday, 4/15 | 7 AM – 3 PM
Thursday, 4/16 | 7 AM – 3 PM
Friday, 4/17 | 7 AM – 3 PM

Coral Honeysuckle blooms in vibrant red-orange clusters with yellow tips

Not All Vines Are Invasive: Native Climbers That Help Your Garden Thrive

Carolina Jessamine, Coral Honeysuckle, Passion Vine, Virgin’s Bower Clematis

Many gardeners hesitate to plant vines because of invasive species… images of vines overtaking fences, smothering trees, or outcompeting beloved perennials come to mind. But did you know not all vines are invasive? In fact, native vines can be some of the most beneficial and beautiful climbers in your garden.

Man browsing native medicinal plants at the Dr. Compton Native Tree & Plant Sale

Healing From Your Backyard: Easy Medicinal Plants You Can Grow at Home

Discover beginner-friendly native medicinal plants like Mountain Mint, Bradbury’s Monarda, Coneflowers, and Asters — all easy to grow and rich in traditional healing uses. Perfect for Northwest Arkansas gardens.

Man browsing native medicinal plants at the Dr. Compton Native Tree & Plant Sale

Tackle Your Invasives

Join us on April 18 for our Invasive Management Workshop! Our team will share practical, easy-to-apply techniques for managing invasive species—whether in your yard, neighborhood, or shared green spaces—using the same approaches we use at Osage Park.

Man browsing native medicinal plants at the Dr. Compton Native Tree & Plant Sale

Get Garden-Ready!

Grab our favorite gardening gloves & tools, gardening books, rain chains, lawn ornaments, and more at the Peel Museum & Botanical Garden’s Museum Store!

Location & Parking

The Dr. Compton Native Tree & Plant Sale is located at the Maintenance Building located behind Compton Gardens. The Maintenance Building is NOT accessible through Compton Gardens or the main parking lots.

Address: 407 NE B St. Bentonville, AR 72712

Interested in supporting the Peel Compton Foundation through sponsorship?

Contact Kayla LaCavera, Director of Development, at kayla.lacavera@peelcompton.org