Our Programs and Events

Our volunteers are committed to providing the community with education and programs to further help in conservation. We provide a variety of events yearly to help further this goal.

Upcoming events

  • Children's Story Time in the Tranquility Garden

    June 13, 2025 1000-1130

    Books read to children by Master Gardeners.

  • Pollinator Symposium

    June 21, 2025 0900-1200

    Pollinator Symposium featuring Brie Arthur, Berry Hines and Mark Weathington.. Wonderful speakers and refreshments! 

    Registration

  • Mothing Night Event

    July 17, 2025 2030-2230

    A citizen scientist event ran with Lior Carlson from NC Moth Project/Backyard Butterflies. We will have stations setup that draw in moths so we can view, identify and record them. Please bring bug spray if needed and wear long pants as there will be lots of bugs out. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on, and a flashlight.

  • History of Nash County Arboretum

    August 14, 2025 1800-1830

    Joie Byrne will discuss the early history of the Nash County Arboretum and how the original plan was developed.

  • How to Grow Rhubarbs at Home

    September 11, 2025 1800-1830

    Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Mike Brindle will discuss how to grow rhubarb at home.

  • The Business of Growing and Selling Christmas Trees

    October 9, 2025 1800-1830

    Sherry Peele will discuss the business of growing and selling Christmas trees and wreaths.

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Master Gardener Certification

During the course, participants will learn more about soils, fertilizer, pruning, propagation, and many other horticultural concepts, as well as learning how to diagnose insect and pest problems and make informed pest management decisions based on integrated pest management principles

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Children’s Education

Our outdoor education center is currently being built! Hands on activities to include gardening, insect hunts, citizen scientist projects, and more.

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Garden Tours

Monthly tours of our 11 gardens located at the Nash County Arboretum.

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Wreath Workshop

Interested in wreath making techniques? Would you rather make a holiday wreath with friends? If so, this program may be for you!

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Pollinator Symposium

Guest professional speakers and a plethora of information on pollinator plants and the insects that make it happen.

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Annual Plant Sale

Our famous annual plant sale!

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Monthly Gardening Tips

Need a reminder what to do this month to your garden? This should help guide you.

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Ask a Master Gardener

Have a gardening or conservation question? Ask us!