JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, aims to introduce, display, and promote plants that diversify the American landscape, as well as educate visitors and provide a living laboratory for research. The Arboretum is free to visit. Its hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Arboretum hosts many … [Read more...] about JC Raulston Arboretum: Winter Storytime, Plant-Lovers Tour, more…
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Spring Open Farm Day at Sunshine Lavender Farm March 29
Sunshine Lavender Farm is hosting Spring Open House on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is a $3. donation to Caswell County Animal Protection Society. Sunshine Lavender Farm is at 4104 Millstone Road, Hurdle Mills. Hurdlle Mills is an unincorporated community in southern Person County and northern Orange County, North Carolina. At the Spring Open House: If you'd … [Read more...] about Spring Open Farm Day at Sunshine Lavender Farm March 29
Wake Forest Community Garden Fair
Wake Forest Community Garden Fair is a free event on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1524 Jenkins Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. Get free seeds, and take part in a seed swap. Try plant-based meal samples. Learn about: … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Community Garden Fair
Backyard Treasures Plant Sale
Backyard Treasures Plant Sale, presented by Friends of Durham County Extension Master Gardeners, takes place April 5, 2025, starting at 10 a.m., at Durham County Cooperative Extension, 721 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The sale will end when items are sold out. This is a free event. The plants start at $4, and include veggies, native plants, house plants, perennials, trees and … [Read more...] about Backyard Treasures Plant Sale
Save 50% on tickets to the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show April 11-13
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Kick off your projects at the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show April 11-13, 2025, at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds! Discover fantastic deals, fresh ideas, and practical advice from trusted local experts to turn your dream home into a reality. You can shop, compare, and save with over 200 experts specializing in kitchens, baths, flooring, windows, décor, and more. Purchase your tickets … [Read more...] about Save 50% on tickets to the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show April 11-13
Bradford Pear Bounty in Wilson: Remove a Bradford Pear and Get a Free Native Tree
NC State Extension, NC Urban Forest Council, NC Forest Service and NC Wildlife Federation have joined together to form the NC Bradford Pear Bounty. The goal is to remove Bradford Pear trees. The program rewards people for removing Bradford Pears from their property by giving them a free native North Carolina tree. What's wrong with Bradford Pear trees? According to the NC Bradford Pear … [Read more...] about Bradford Pear Bounty in Wilson: Remove a Bradford Pear and Get a Free Native Tree
Cary Arbor Day Celebration March 22
Celebrate Arbor Day with the Town of Cary on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., on the lawn of the Page-Walker Arts & History Center, 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, North Carolina. At this free event, enjoy: In addition, the Arbor Day celebration will be pick-up day for the free trees that Cary is offering through the My Tree, Our Tree giveaway. Learn more about and … [Read more...] about Cary Arbor Day Celebration March 22
Free trees for Cary residents — registration open now
Cary residents, here's a chance to beautify your yard with a FREE tree. The Town of Cary is giving residents free trees. This is an effort to add to the environmental health of the community by increasing the tree canopy. The Town of Cary is giving away 1,000 native trees. Recipients must be Cary residents. Registration is open now. Pick-up for the trees will be Saturday, March 22 … [Read more...] about Free trees for Cary residents — registration open now
Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 25 – May 4
HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically other vendors, plus art and music. HerbFest is the longest running herb festival in the United States, and is free to attend. HerbFest will take place at 525 S. White Street, Wake … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 25 – May 4
Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 26
The JC Raulston Arboretum, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, is hosting Raulston Blooms on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raulston Blooms is a garden festival for people of all ages. It features garden and nature activities, plant sales, outdoor fun, and more. Tickets are only $5, or $10 per family. Admission is free for garden members and for college students. Proceeds benefit … [Read more...] about Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 26
