Abberly Place Blog

April showers bring May flowers, especially at The JC Raulston Arboretum which is a nationally acclaimed garden in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Arboretum is eight acres and has one of the largest and most diverse collections of  plants adapted for the Southeast. Plants especially adapted to Piedmont North Carolina conditions are collected and evaluated in an effort to find superior plants for use in southern landscapes.

The plant and flower collections are expansive and include over 5,000 species of annuals, perennials, bulbs, vines, groundcovers, shrubs, and trees from over 50 different countries, which are displayed in a beautiful garden setting.
But don’t miss the annual Gala in the Garden, which is being held at the JC Raulston Arboretum on Sunday, May 1st, May Day, from 3-7pm.

Come and enjoy flowers, May poles, colorful ribbons, May wine and more! Celebrate all that a May 1st stroll in a glorious garden can bring; plus, peruse the dazzling botanical and non-botanical silent auction items, sip on a cool drink, and sample gourmet treats. Register now for this exciting fund raising event.

A Raleigh garden party like no other, The Gala in the Garden is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the excitement of May Day, while you visit with family, friends, and business associates.  The JC Raulston Arboretum's annual Gala has been a Raleigh garden party and enchanting experience like no other since 1991.  See what all the buzz is about!

On May 1st the Arboretum is closed to the public while they host the Gala in the Garden, but The JC Raulston Arboretum is free and open to the public 365 days each year from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

More than fresh vegetables, it’s a family adventure. Considered one of the best and most modern markets in the U.S., you can enjoy 75 acres of indoor and outdoor specialty shops, restaurants and a garden center, with fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses and gift products from across the state located right here in Raleigh.

Inside the Farmers Building there is 30,000 square feet for North Carolina farmers to sell fresh produce, plants, and other specialty items produced on local farms straight to you.  Plants are available now and local fruits and vegetables are sold throughout the growing season.  This is where you can find the freshest and widest variety of produce and plants in the area.

You can also enjoy unique shopping in the Market Shoppes. There is plenty of room to shop in this 15,600 square foot enclosed climate controlled building.  Of course you can expect to find farm fresh produce here as well as meats, cheeses, and bakery items, but did you think you would find crafts, custom picture framing, a market grill, and N.C. wines? There are also a wide variety of specialty shops with old-fashioned candies, N.C. gifts, soaps, and lotions.

This is one of five Farmers Markets owned by the State of North Carolina and is designed to serve North Carolina farmers, both large and small.  This.  More than fresh vegetables, it’s a family adventure. Farmers Markets is located at 1201 Agriculture St., Raleigh, North Carolina, (919) 733-7417

Monday thru Saturday 5:00am - 6:00pm
Sundays 8:00am - 6:00pm