Duke Gardens, Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society and Raleigh Garden Club are presenting Festival of Fabulous Mums on November 4 and 5, 2023, at Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson Street, Durham, North Carolina. It will take place at the Doris Duke Garden Center, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The 13 varieties of Chrysanthemums will be displayed at the Doris Duke Gardens. In additional, there will … [Read more...] about Festival of Fabulous Mums at Duke Gardens Nov 4-5
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Discounts on home and kitchen gifts on Amazon
Amazon is featuring deals on home and kitchen products right now. We're listing some of the deals that caught our eye below. But you can find all the deals here. Please understand that the prices can change without warning and items can sell out. The percentage off that we list below are accurate at the time of this post. Please follow the links for the current price. … [Read more...] about Discounts on home and kitchen gifts on Amazon
Bradford Pear Bounty in Wake Forest: 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 Wake Forest: Remove a Bradford Pear and Get a Free Native Tree
Native Plant Sale at Well Fed Community Garden in Raleigh
The Well Fed Community Garden, at 1321 Athens Drive, in Southwest Raleigh, is a 1.5 acre space that hosts a community garden, a market garden, a demonstration food forest and a pollinator habitat. Native Plant Sale The Well Fed Community Garden is holding a Native Plant Sale on Sunday, October 22, 2023, from 12 to 4 p.m. At the sale, there will be native plants, seeds, baskets, bouquets, … [Read more...] about Native Plant Sale at Well Fed Community Garden in Raleigh
JC Raulston Arboretum: Garden Storytime, nature walk, more…
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: Garden Storytime, nature walk, more…
Raleigh Garden Club Fall Plant Sale Sep 23-24
The Raleigh Garden Club will hold its Fall Plant Sale September 23 to 24, 2023, at NC State Fairgrounds. The sale will be in the Raleigh Market area. Enter at gate 9, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh. The sale takes place from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days. It's free to attend. You can expect to find: The prices will be hard to beat and the sale supports non-profit organizations in the … [Read more...] about Raleigh Garden Club Fall Plant Sale Sep 23-24
Launch Party: The Houseplant Hippie x Curate Downtown Collaboration
Launch Party: The Houseplant Hippie x Curate Downtown Collaboration takes place Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Curate Raleigh, 15 W Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Shop from 60+ local North Carolina makers and artists. Enjoy free mimosas. Most importantly, learn about the services of The Houseplant Hippie, who will be launching … [Read more...] about Launch Party: The Houseplant Hippie x Curate Downtown Collaboration
Fall for Orchids — orchid show at JC Raulston Arboretum Sep 8-10
The Triangle Orchid Society is presenting Fall for Orchids, their 7th annual orchid show, on September 8-10, 2023 This FREE event is at JC Raulston Arboretum, Ruby McSwain Auditorium, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC. There will be exhibits from orchid societies across the Carolinas and Virginia. Purchase plants from vendors and learn more about growing and blooming orchids from … [Read more...] about Fall for Orchids — orchid show at JC Raulston Arboretum Sep 8-10
Food freebies and deals for 4th of July Week
As you plan your 4th of July festivities, keep in mind these restaurant freebies and deals. All specify "participating locations" so you might want to call ahead and verify before setting out. These deals are for 2023. Scroll down for a big list of 4th of July events. You might also be interested in: These deals are for Tuesday July 4th, 2023, unless otherwise noted. Please check … [Read more...] about Food freebies and deals for 4th of July Week
Free: Bonsai Expo at Sarah P. Duke Gardens
If you've ever wanted to learn more about Bonsai, you'll get the chance at the free Bonsai Expo at Sarah P. Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson St, in Durham, on Saturday, July 1, and Sunday, July 2, 2023. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free, but parking charges apply. The expo takes place at Doris Duke Center. Enjoy an amazing array of these … [Read more...] about Free: Bonsai Expo at Sarah P. Duke Gardens