Welcome

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.

Butterfly on Cosmos Flower | JC Raulston Arboretum

Learn with the JCRA

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!

Upcoming Classes

photo of Magnolia Serendipty at the JC Raulston Arboretum

Events

Jan.

20

Tue.

Down Under Discoveries
Brie Arthur
6:30 pm

Jan.

21

Wed.

There's a Yeti in the Garden!
Winter Scavenger Hunt

Jan.

21

Wed.

The Midweek Program
"Top 5 - Scale Pests"
Greg Paige
3:00 pm

Jan.

22

Thu.

There's a Yeti in the Garden!
Winter Scavenger Hunt

Jan.

23

Fri.

There's a Yeti in the Garden!
Winter Scavenger Hunt

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The Plant Stand | Plant sale at the JC Raulston Arboretum

The Plant Stand

Jan 15 - Update - Due to cold weather, the Plant Stand will be moved inside the Bobby G. Wilder Visitor Center.

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.

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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.

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