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Intro to Gardening in the South

Date: Sat, Aug 29, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Venue: JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh

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Category: Outdoors

Are you new to the Raleigh area or just starting your gardening journey? Join the JC Raulston Arboretum for Intro to Gardening in the South , a valuable morning lecture series designed to help new gardeners thrive in North Carolina's unique climate. Gardening in Raleigh and the surrounding Southeastern U.S. presents both challenges and opportunities. With our hot summers, diverse soil types and unique pest problems, gardening here requires a bit of local knowledge. This event will provide you with practical, expert advice on how to start a garden that flourishes in our growing conditions while also offering insights that apply to gardeners across the Southeast. You can register to attend the class in person or virtually .

Raleigh Mom Club — Raleigh, NC

Outdoors · Raleigh

Intro to Gardening in the South

“Park in the paved lot off Beryl Road and bring a water bottle.”

When
This Saturday
Sat, Aug 29, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where
JC Raulston Arboretum
Raleigh, NC
Ages
All ages
Price
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Intro to Gardening in the South
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Directions

Plan Your Visit

Schedule

Intro to Gardening in the South runs Sat, Aug 29, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

Getting There

JC Raulston Arboretum is at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

  • Sunscreen and water bottles — this one's outdoors
  • A blanket or low chairs for staking out a spot

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