Plan — and plant for a better world.
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.
The mission of the JC Raulston Arboretum is to diversify the landscape by sharing our passion, our plants and our knowledge to plan — and plant for a better world.
Plan Your Visit
Preview Night for Moonlight in the Garden
Thursday, November 5
Be the first to experience Moonlight in the Garden at this year's exclusive Preview Night!
Moonlight in the Garden
November 6-7, 13-14, 20-21
See the garden in a whole new light as the gardens are transformed into a magical nighttime experience.
Welcome
The JC Raulston Arboretum is open to the public every day of the year with free admission and free parking.
Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, the 10.5 acre arboretum showcase plant collected and evaluated in an effort to find superior plants for use in southern landscapes.
Come for a garden stroll, stay for an educational program and be part of our plant community!
Plan Your Visit
Learn More About the JCRA
Upcoming Programs
Friday | 10 am
Forest Bathing
Saturday | 10 am
Budding ExplorersChildrens Program
Full—Waitlist Started
Saturday | 10 am
North American Rock Garden Society (Piedmont Chapter) Lecture
Sunday | 10 am
Forest Bathing
Sunday | 2 pm
Girl Scout ProgramChildrens Program
Monday | 6:30 pm
Plant ID for the Home Gardener: Fall Edition
Wednesday | 3 pm
The Midweek Program
Friday | 10 am
Garden StorytimeChildrens Program
Join Our Community
Support the Gardens You Love
Your support helps the JC Raulston Arboretum grow exceptional plants, inspire learning and create a garden for everyone. Every gift makes a difference.
Support the gardens through membership, vounteering, donations or sponsorships.
What's on Sale at the Plant Stand?
Check out the JCRA’s Plant Stand when you visit. Located outside the Bobby G. Wilder Visitor Center, it’s a great spot to buy choice and unusual plants for your garden.
Hold Your Private Event at the JCRA
The JCRA offers a variety of beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces for private events of all kinds: weddings, parties, corporate meetings, fundraisers and more.
