The Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust supports education and
research in ornamental horticulture through grants to botanical gardens,
arboreta, universities, and other charitable organizations strongly-aligned
with its funding interests. The Trust seeks to fund projects that will further
ornamental horticulture through organizations pursuing the following
activities:

• Research
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  Public Gardens
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  Ornamental Plants
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  Publications
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  Education

Awards: The maximum grant awarded by the Trust is $25,000,
however, grants normally do not exceed $20,000. Grants may be approved for full
or partial funding of the requested amount.

What is ornamental horticulture?

Ornamental horticulture concerns the culture, care, and use
of plants to create beautiful spaces designed for human aesthetic enjoyment.
While these efforts also may support general community engagement, healthy
ecosystems, and wildlife habitats, the ornamental elements and attributes are
those most relevant to the Trust. Competitive proposals provide evidence of
alignment with the Trust’s interest in ornamental horticulture.