Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden
Date and Time
Sun, May 3, 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Location
9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, NC 919-772-4794
(382.5 mi)
Tickets
FREE
About
Experience the botanical wonder of the Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery during our exclusive Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days. Located in Raleigh, this sprawling twenty-eight acre landscape serves as a premier destination for gardening enthusiasts, researchers, and families alike. Visitors are invited to explore a world-class collection featuring over thirty thousand plant varieties, ranging from rare exotic species sourced from international expeditions to unique native perennials rarely found elsewhere. This event offers a rare opportunity to wander through meticulously curated display gardens that provide endless inspiration for your own outdoor projects. Beyond the scenic beauty, guests are welcome to visit our extensive greenhouses to shop for exceptional plants propagated right here on the property. Whether you are a dedicated horticulturalist or simply seeking a vibrant day in nature, our grounds offer something truly special for every visitor. Admission and parking are entirely free throughout these select weekends, rain or shine. We invite you to join us from nine in the morning until five in the evening to celebrate the arrival of spring and discover your next favorite plant.
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