Research topics may include, but not limited to, soil physical, chemical, and biological properties; soil compaction and restricted rooting environments; remedies for constructed and disturbed soils; urban soil restoration using mulches and biochar and other factors influencing plant health and resilience, with flexibility to determine priorities based on emerging needs and opportunities. It is housed within our 360-acre, ArbNet Level IV accredited arboretum and research grounds containing over 32,000 accessioned trees and shrubs, including major collections of magnolia, oak, crapemyrtle, crabapple, holly, and many other key woody plant groups and rare plants for conservation purposes.