This is a 6-week course for folks who are interested in gardening in a more sustainable way. We will define, and discuss the concept of sustainability as it relates to all our home horticultural practices. Come learn more about gardening techniques that save energy, conserve water, reduce inputs, restore ecosystems and much more! Topics Sustainability…
The 2023 Southeastern Plant Symposium is two days of incredible, enlightening programs for plant lovers with a focus on woody ornamentals. Join fellow plantaholics, plant geeks, nurserymen, gardeners, and horticulturists to rethink and reinvigorate modern landscapes. We're talking plants outside our backdoors to plants around the world, low input but high impact performers, super-functional and…
The 2023 Southeastern Plant Symposium is two days of incredible, enlightening programs for plant lovers with a focus on woody ornamentals. Join fellow plantaholics, plant geeks, nurserymen, gardeners, and horticulturists to rethink and reinvigorate modern landscapes. We're talking plants outside our backdoors to plants around the world, low input but high impact performers, super-functional and…
The 2023 Southeastern Plant Symposium is two days of incredible, enlightening programs for plant lovers with a focus on woody ornamentals. Join fellow plantaholics, plant geeks, nurserymen, gardeners, and horticulturists to rethink and reinvigorate modern landscapes. We're talking plants outside our backdoors to plants around the world, low input but high impact performers, super-functional and…
Take a break from your weekly grind and come enjoy the gardens during our Evening Garden Stroll! The gardens will remain open until 7:30 pm on Tuesday, June 13. A free public tour of the Arboretum will be offered at 5:00 pm, departing from the Bobby G. Wilder Visitor Center. Take advantage of this rare…
Bryce Lane, Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor Emeritus and Lecturer Emeritus, Department of Horticultural Science, NC State University More people are growing plants in containers than ever before! Successful container gardening requires a thorough knowledge of the science of plant growth, container/media dynamics, and container gardening design principles. This eight-week class dives into all things containers.…
Love plants? So do we! Come and join us at the JCRA as our resident horticulturists show you around the garden and tell you everything you could ever want to know about all the plants that we 're absolutely in love with right now! You're sure to see some spectacular and unique plants and even…
Take your knowledge to the next level in this eight-session course. Plant classification or identification can be tricky, but it’s not impossible. Join NC State’s own Bryce Lane to learn about plant classification so you are better equipped to select and care for your plants. Offered in person at JC Raulston Arboretum or online. Sessions will…
Are you new to the area or new to gardening? Make plans to attend Intro to Gardening in the South, offered in person or online. This free program is sponsored by Leaf & Limb. Advanced registration is required, and in-person seats are limited, so register soon! Streaming information will be provided before the session to…
Enjoy a spring day at the Paul J. Ciener Botanic Garden in Kernersville. Adrienne Roethling, curator, will guide us through the gardens during our visit. This garden is one that keeps expanding and is a delight to visit year-round with its wide variety of bulbs, shrubs, and trees. Designs include raised beds for vegetables, a…