Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare delights, and an array of unusual trees and shrubs that you won't see anywhere else in the world. Plant Delights Nursery is not your typical nursery. Many of the plants were collected by founder … [Read more...] about Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden in May
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Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for Mother’s Day May 9
On May 9, 2026, Lowe’s is giving the first 150 customers at every location FREE Spring Flowers — starting at 10 a.m. Flowers may vary by location. No purchase necessary. Look for the giveaway station at each location. If you can’t find it, ask an employee for assistance in locating it. The giveaway is only available for MyLowe’s Rewards members. Join MyLowe’s Rewards here. You must show … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for Mother’s Day May 9
Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, North Carolina, offers visitors a chance to pick their own flowers and create bouquets. When you visit you may also purchase seasonal produce, meet the farm's animals, take a shady walk around a pond, enjoy a picnic, and more. Opening day for flower picking is May 9, 2026. Jump to info about: U-Pick Tulips U-pick tulip sessions will be … [Read more...] about Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9
Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 24 – May 3
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 530 S. White Street, Wake Forest, on … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 24 – May 3
Spring Native Plant Sale at North Carolina Botanical Garden on May 2
North Carolina Botanical Garden, at 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is holding its Spring Native Plant Sale on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There's no admission charge. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., pre-registration is required. Register for a timed entry slot here. (9 to 10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.) Only one person in your vehicle needs to register. Space … [Read more...] about Spring Native Plant Sale at North Carolina Botanical Garden on May 2
Plant Sale: Rare & Heirloom Chrysanthemums rooted for planting now — May 1 and 2
The Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society is hosting a plant sale of rare and heirloom chrysanthemums on May 1 and 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days, at NC State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. They will be selling cuttings of its highly coveted rare plants to members of the public, while supplies last. There's no admission charge. There will be a … [Read more...] about Plant Sale: Rare & Heirloom Chrysanthemums rooted for planting now — May 1 and 2
KitchenAid Deal of the Week: Save 25% on Countertop Blenders
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KitchenAid is promoting a Deal of the Week for countertop appliances. Each week the deal will change. These deals are straight from KitchenAid's website. KitchenAid has been making kitchen appliances since 1919. It's best known for its iconic stand mixers, but also makes coffee makers, cooktops, blenders, food processers and more. This Week's Deal Save 25% on Countertop BlendersDeal ends May … [Read more...] about KitchenAid Deal of the Week: Save 25% on Countertop Blenders
Garden Party at Collected Treasures in Garner on Apr. 25
Collected Treasures, 5533 Veterans Parkway, Garner, North Carolina, is hosting a Garden Part on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop from vendors selling garden decor, supplies and plants. Plant your own flower pot. Supplies limited. Call the store at 919-803-8108 if you'd like to do flower pot planting. Enjoy fresh squeezed strawberry lemonade, cake, cookies and more. Look for … [Read more...] about Garden Party at Collected Treasures in Garner on Apr. 25
Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 25, including 24th Annual Birdhouse Competition
The JC Raulston Arboretum, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, is hosting Raulston Blooms on Saturday, April 25, 2026, 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 25, including 24th Annual Birdhouse Competition
Mordecai Annual Heirloom Plant Sale April 24-25
Celebrate Earth Day at Mordecai Historic Park and get your herb, vegetable, and flower gardens started for the season at the Mordecai Plant Sale. Mordecai Historic Park is at 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The plant sale is on Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Admission is free. Heirloom varieties of plants will be on sale for … [Read more...] about Mordecai Annual Heirloom Plant Sale April 24-25
