Collection planning guides the development of plant acquisition and management decisions in meaningful, strategic, and measurable directions. Collection development plans are unique for each institution and should be tailored in a way that best suits the needs and goals for each specific collection.
Our Collection Development Planning Guide developed by Plant Collections Network poses a series of considerations as a starting point for assessing, planning, and goal setting for each plant collection. Download the guide below.
Check out these sample plans from Nationally Accredited Plant Collection Holders™:
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