The Durham County Library isn't just for books! You can "check out" seeds at the library too. The Digging Durham Seed Library offers vegetable, herb, and flower seeds that you can take home for free to plant. Every season you can take seed packets, and if you grow plants from the seeds, you can donate seeds from those plants for others to check out. At each participating Durham County … [Read more...] about Get free seeds from Durham County Library
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Guide to Visiting Sarah P. Duke Gardens All Year
Duke Gardens, at 420 Anderson Street in Durham, is considered one of the 10 top public gardens in the United States. It is part of Duke University, which supplies about 30% of its budget. It's open every day, 365 days a year, from 8 a.m. to dusk. Duke Gardens is an excellent place to experience top-notch landscape design, and maybe to get some ideas for your own space (in a smaller … [Read more...] about Guide to Visiting Sarah P. Duke Gardens All Year
Free costume party and family concert with Bulltown Strutters at For Garden’s Sake Garden Center and Landscaping
For Garden's Sake Garden Center and Landscaping, 9197 NC Hwy 751, Durham, is a full-service landscaping company and family friendly garden center on a 20-acre site at the intersection of Chatham, Durham and Wake Counties. You can shop for plants and also learn how For Garden's Sake can help with your landscaping. For Garden's Sake hosts many events, often free. Check their Facebook page to … [Read more...] about Free costume party and family concert with Bulltown Strutters at For Garden’s Sake Garden Center and Landscaping
Final weekend for sunflowers at Hill Ridge Farms: Get a dozen free sunflowers (after paying $5 for admission)
Hill Ridge Farms, 703 Tarboro Road, Youngsville, has announced on Facebook that for this final weekend of its sunflower season, August 12th to 14th, 2022, guests can cut up to a for free (after paying admission.) There are also zinnias available. Admission to the field is $5, or you can pay $12.95 and get admission, plus the splashpad and a hayride. Once in you're welcome to take pictures … [Read more...] about Final weekend for sunflowers at Hill Ridge Farms: Get a dozen free sunflowers (after paying $5 for admission)
Dig the City: Food and Flower Festival at Fletcher Park
Dig the City: Food and Flower Festival is an epicurean and botanical adventure at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, NC. This free event takes place Saturday, May 28th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Explore dessert, artisan and savory food vendors, and experience samples and demos. Shop for plants from local nurseries and do shopping from local farms. You'll get the chance to … [Read more...] about Dig the City: Food and Flower Festival at Fletcher Park
Koi Fish Show
ZNA Carolina is dedicated to the appreciation of and education about koi fish. You'll have the opportunity to learn about koi at the ZNA Carolina Koi Show the weekend of May 13th to 15th, 2022. It'll take place outdoors, at the Raleigh Elks Lodge #735, 5538 Lead Mine Rd., Raleigh. Friday, May 13th, 2022: 12 to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 14th, 2022: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, May … [Read more...] about Koi Fish Show
Raleigh residents: Spring BOGO sale on leaf mulch
The City of Raleigh Solid Waste Services Department is holding a Spring BOGO sale on leaf mulch. Residents can purchase one cubic yard of leaf mulch and get another cubic yard for free. The leaf mulch is $20 per cubic yard. That's about the size of a standard oven. Visit the Raleigh Yard Waste Center, at 900 N. New Hope Road, Raleigh, to purchase the mulch. You'll be responsible for … [Read more...] about Raleigh residents: Spring BOGO sale on leaf mulch
Community Ecology Day at Durham Garden Center
Durham Garden Center, at 4536 Hillsborough Road, Durham, is hosting a free Community Ecology Day on Saturday, March 5th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn to: Plant pollinator-friendly gardens that help regenerate the soilFoster a child's love of natureCare for your neighborhood trees and remove invasive speciesVolunteer to clean up and protect the Eno River watershedCreate beautiful floral … [Read more...] about Community Ecology Day at Durham Garden Center
Tree Planting and Invasive Plant Removal Event with North Carolina Wildlife Federation
North Carolina Wildlife Federation, along with Raleigh Parks and Rec, is presenting a tree planting and invasive plant removal activity on Thursday, February 10th, 2022, from 12 to 3 p.m. It will take place along the Walnut Creek Parkway and Rock Quarry Trail. Volunteers will help plant trees to restore canopy cover, and combat the spread of invasive plants, including Japanese privet, which … [Read more...] about Tree Planting and Invasive Plant Removal Event with North Carolina Wildlife Federation
Seed Art Share: Watch a show at a community garden and take part in garden activities
Seed Art Share is taking the show on the road -- to community gardens! At each of these events, young actors will perform The Many Adventures of Peter Rabbit, a 30-minute play written by Dylan Bailey. After the performance, take part in a 30-minute activity unique to the particular garden. Tickets are $7 for all participants. Purchase tickets now to reserve your spot. The show will be the … [Read more...] about Seed Art Share: Watch a show at a community garden and take part in garden activities
