The JC Raulston Arboretum invites students in grades fifth through eighth to the garden to sit, relax and listen to Wishtree by Katherine Applegate. Wishtree is a timely tale told by a tree named Red Oak who's "216 rings old." This touching story explores the meaning of community while deftly focusing on the birds and…
You may have heard about NC State's 21st Annual Vermiculture Conference coming up, but don't be alarmed; opossums and mice won't be scurrying around. Join us at James B. Hunt Jr. Library to learn about how earthworms impact mid-to large-scale vermicomposting for businesses, farms, institutions, and municipalities. From enhanced plant growth to suppressed plant pests,…
The JC Raulston Arboretum invites students in grades third through fourth to come to the garden on Wednesdays in October to enjoy a book by award-winning author Kobi Yamada. We will read What Do You Do With an Idea?, What Do You Do With a Problem?, What Do You Do With a Chance? and Trying.…
The JC Raulston Arboretum invites students in grades fifth through eighth to the garden to sit, relax and listen to Wishtree by Katherine Applegate. Wishtree is a timely tale told by a tree named Red Oak who's "216 rings old." This touching story explores the meaning of community while deftly focusing on the birds and…
Join us at the Head House, Horticulture Field Laboratory to learn about the reproductive cycle of ferns and how to propagate them from spores in a fun hands-on workshop! Bob Payne Wake County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer will teach how cell division of gametophytes and sporophytes occurs and guide students to divide cells of varying…
Join distinguished Undergraduate Professor Bryce Lane in his four-week, hybrid plant nutrition course for a comprehensive view of plant growth. He will explain how fertilizers influence plant health and how they can combat nutrient deficiencies so you can best take care of your plants! Advanced registration is required and tickets cost $100.00 for members and…
The JC Raulston Arboretum invites students in grades fifth through eighth to the garden to sit, relax and listen to Wishtree by Katherine Applegate. Wishtree is a timely tale told by a tree named Red Oak who's "216 rings old." This touching story explores the meaning of community while deftly focusing on the birds and…
Come by the JC Raulston Arboretum on this special preview evening and be one of the first to see this year's creative installation of Moonlight in the Garden. Your senses will be delighted when the gates open on this crisp November evening. For this evening only, enjoy delectable eats from Rocky Top Catering, a glass of beer…
Bring your family and friends to stroll through the JC Raulston Arboretum during Moonlight in the Garden. Listen to a live band, grab a bite to eat from a food truck, roast a marshmallow or two at the fire pits and sip a cup of hot apple cider — all while showing your support for…
Knitting can be a great way to get through the winter months while waiting to get back to the gardens you love. Join with fellow knitting gardeners to learn botanical inspired themes to incorporate into your next knitting project. This workshop, led by Amy Wentley, will show you various knitting techniques to create flowers, leaves,…
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