NEW TIME is noon to 4 p.m.

Native plants will be available from local vendors. Event is free. 

Bring the family, hike Strawberry Hill Arboretum or visit historic Squire Boone Cabin.

“Don’t miss the display of unique spring flowers rarely seen. And, we can help you with native plants which attract pollinators to your home garden,” said Debbie Shetterly, board member of the Gardens and chair of the High Country Audubon chapter.

Dr. Annkatrin Rose, chair of the Blue Ridge Chapter for the NC Native Plant Society added, “Experts will help you discover rarely seen specimens during our guided walk.”

“The gardens contain more than 200 unique species of native plants, many of which offer the best display of color during spring,” added Robert Oelberg, landscape architect and board member.

Vendors participating offer native plants that are difficult to find elsewhere.  Plants range from ephemeral wildflowers to native shrubs such as rhododendrons and azaleas.

“ When we're all itching to get outside in the garden, this is a great way to kick off the spring gardening season,” added Shetterly, the chair for the event.