The JC Raulston Arboretum is a nationally acclaimed botanic garden located in Raleigh, North Carolina with one of the largest collections of garden plants adapted for the southeast United States. Plants are collected and evaluated in an effort to find superior plants for use in southern landscapes. Open to the public every day of the year. Free admission. Ranked as one of the best things to do in Raleigh.
Registration is still open!
Symposium Details and Registration
The rare plant auction is underway! Over 250 rare specimens are online now with hundreds more to be added over the next few days.
Ready to dig into the joys of gardening? Whether you're a beginner or looking to deepen your skills, our expert instructors have a variety of classes to connect you with nature and fellow gardening enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on the chance to grow your green thumb—sign up today and cultivate your passion for gardening!
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Building a Garden that Benefits Wildlife
Bryce Lane
6:30
pm
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9
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Evening Garden Stroll
Free Public Tour at 6:00 PM
4:30
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- 7:30
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Check out the JCRA's Plant Stand when you visit. Located outside the Bobby G. Wilder Visitor Center, it’s a great spot to find choice and unusual plants for your garden. New plants are added throughout the week, and payments can be made using cash (no change available), checks or credit cards.
See what's for sale on the Plant Stand
When you become a JCRA Member, you sustain world-class plant collections and education programs open to all. As thanks, members get first access to plant sales, priority sign-ups for special programs, free monthly Plant-lover’s Tours with our horticulturists and reciprocal admission to gardens across the country.