AOC employees are responsible for the care and preservation of more than 100 varieties of trees and bushes planted around the U.S. Capitol, as well as outdoor sculptures including monuments, memorials and water features.

Browse the highlights below or learn more about the trees on campus.

Chaplain James Ford Tree

U.S. Capitol Grounds commemorative tree in recognition of James David Ford, Chaplain Emeritus, sponsored by Speaker J. Dennis Hastert.

Scott Bates Tree

Plaque Text

Senate Parks and Building
Memorial Tree

Prunus x yedoensis
(Yoshino Cherry)

Senator J. Robert Kerrey Tree

U.S. Capitol Grounds commemorative tree planted by No Greater Love and Sen. John McCain to Honor Senator J. Robert Kerrey.