Davidson Arboretum has a focus on ornamental trees and some shrubs from the northern hemisphere which are predominantly deciduous. The collection includes different species of maple, ash, conifer and oak, flowering trees such as blossoms and magnolias, and many other rare and special trees. Some Australian natives are established amongst them.
Local residents, Ken and Mary Davidson purchased land on the corner of Flamingo and Highfields Roads in 1989 that was previously grazing country.
From 1989 to 2007, they planted gardens in accordance with a vision that Mr Davidson had to grow and test exotic ornamental species for suitability in the local area. The couple spent approximately 20 years planting on their property ‘Homewood’.
In 2007, they generously donated a hectare of the garden to Crows Nest Shire Council, now part of Toowoomba Regional Council, for the community to enjoy well into the future.