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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

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Home and garden

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

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Home and garden

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

Spring Plant Swap at Durham Main Library May 2

Durham County Library is hosting a Spring Plant Swap on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., in the MakerLab at the Main Library, 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina. Registration helps the library with planning. Bring your saplings, shrubs, bulbs, houseplant cuttings, flowers, and seeds to swap and share! Check out the Digging Durham Seed Library resources and seeds! … [Read more...] about Spring Plant Swap at Durham Main Library May 2

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Home and garden

Open House and Native Plant Sale at Simple Gifts Community Garden Apr. 18

Simple Gifts Community Garden and South Wake Conservationists are hosting an open house at Simple Gifts Community Garden, 3109 Tingen Road, Apex, North Carolina, on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It's free to attend. This open house will feature a big native plant sale, tours of the garden, information tables, kids activities, and complimentary refreshments. Bring the … [Read more...] about Open House and Native Plant Sale at Simple Gifts Community Garden Apr. 18

Spring Festival and Plant Sale at Briggs Avenue Community Garden in Durham Apr. 18

Briggs Avenue Community Garden, which is owned and operated by NCSU-Cooperative Extension-Durham County, is holding its spring festival and plant sale on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. Donations are appreciated. The garden is at 1314 S. Briggs Avenue, Durham, NC. You can expect: Whether you're an experienced grower or just getting started, this event … [Read more...] about Spring Festival and Plant Sale at Briggs Avenue Community Garden in Durham Apr. 18

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