STAFF DIRECTORY

Samantha Elkinton
Gardens Manager
In her current role as gardens manager, Samantha directs all garden staff and guides the design and maintenance of all Center gardens. She also coordinates and schedules activities for our numerous horticulture volunteers and interns.
Prior to joining the Wildflower Center, Samantha had 10 years of experience in horticulture, including working for community gardens, retail garden centers, Oregon State University, the Chicago Botanic Garden, and the Williamson County and Cities Health District. She received her bachelor’s in horticulture from Oregon State University.
OTHER INTERESTS
Spending time with her daughter, hiking, camping, reading
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CONTACT SAM
[email protected]
512.232.0156