Many species of trees and shrubs thrive in Skåne's mild climate. Representatives of more than 200 genera are planted in the Botanical Garden. They are still arranged according to the founder Jacob Georg Agardh's plant classification from 1858. 

Some trees are more than 150 years old and were planted at the time when the garden was established. Examples are the tulip trees (Liriodendron) in the central circle of the garden. The tulip tree flower is the logotype of the Botanical Garden in Lund.

In recent years, many old trees have died, and more are expected to follow. We therefore have started an extensive program to plant new trees. Examples of recent additions to the tree collection are several oak species and beeches of regional origin planted in the southern part of the garden. Many large trees have died there in recent years.

Please note that the Botanical Garden always tries to avoid cutting down trees. We extend the life of the trees by supporting larger branches and by stabilizing or pruning them. Sometimes this is not enough and the trees are a risk to visitors and staff. Then we have no choice but to cut them down.