Orange County Master Gardeners are hosting Plant Fest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Blackwood Farm Park, 1440 New Hope Church Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This is a free event. PlantFest includes many activities for kids, as well as the plant sale and an art sale. The plant sale will offer many native plants, including some that are hard to find at local … [Read more...] about PlantFest at Blackwood Farm Park
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Fall for Orchids — orchid show at JC Raulston Arboretum Sep 12-14
The Triangle Orchid Society is presenting Fall for Orchids, their 9th annual orchid show, on September 12-14, 2025. 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. This is a rare chance to see unusual orchids. Shop for orchids and growing … [Read more...] about Fall for Orchids — orchid show at JC Raulston Arboretum Sep 12-14
Native Plant Swap at White Deer Nature Center Sept. 7
The Town of Garner is hosting a Native Plant Swap on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m., at White Deer Park Center, 2400 State Road 2710, Garner, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Bring rooted plants, seedlings or cuttings to trade. All plants must be native to the southeastern US or North Carolina. Please attach a label on each plant prior to arrival. Limit of 20 plants per … [Read more...] about Native Plant Swap at White Deer Nature Center Sept. 7
Food freebies and deals for 4th of July Week
As you plan your 4th of July festivities in the Triangle, 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 2025. Scroll down for a big list of 4th of July events. You might also be interested in: These deals are for Friday, July 4th, 2025, unless otherwise noted. … [Read more...] about Food freebies and deals for 4th of July Week
An Evening in the Garden at Apex Nature Park Pollinator Garden June 26
Celebrate Pollinator Week at An Evening in the Garden at Apex Nature Park Pollinator Garden, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. This free event takes place Thursday, June 26, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. This free event features: … [Read more...] about An Evening in the Garden at Apex Nature Park Pollinator Garden June 26
Lowe’s gives away free gardening snips — one day only
On June 14, 2025, Lowe’s is celebrating summer by giving away a FREE pair of garden snips ($5 value) to the first 250 MyLowe’s loyalty members at each location — starting at 10 a.m. No purchase necessary. You must show proof of MyLowe’s membership to participate in the giveaway. Show the associate a valid member ID on the Lowe’s app or site or ask the associate to look up your account with … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away free gardening snips — one day only
Free Tree Giveaway at St. Paul’s Christian Church in Raleigh on May 6
Trees for the Triangle is hosting a FREE tree giveaway on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at St. Paul's Christian Church, 3331 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. These are not seedlings! These will be well-established trees, ranging from 3 gallon, 5 gallon and 7 gallon pots. You might need a truck or larger SUV for a 7 gallon pot. Register for a tree here. When you fill … [Read more...] about Free Tree Giveaway at St. Paul’s Christian Church in Raleigh on May 6
Propagate a Fig Tree at North Carolina Museum of History on April 26
North Carolina Museum of History is offering a chance to bring home a living piece of history. On Saturday, April 26, 2205, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., stop by Bicentennial Plaza, 5 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, and you can take home a fig tree cutting from the museum's landscape. Learn about plant propagation, get expert care tips, and decorate your pot to make it uniquely yours. … [Read more...] about Propagate a Fig Tree at North Carolina Museum of History on April 26
Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for two days
On May 2 and 3, 2025, Lowe’s is giving away FREE spring flowers (1.5-pint annual) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day. Color of the flower may vary. Registration required. The offer is only available in-store, while supplies last. The giveaway is a FREE Member Gift for spring — part of the home improvement store’s MyLowe’s Rewards loyalty program. Here’s how to get your FREE flowers: The … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for two days
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
