Special Events


	The Gardeners of Wake County is a non-profit organization. Our mission is to provide gardening education and horticultural information to our members and the gardening public. The annual Azalea sale held on the third weekend of April is the major fundraiser of the year. Funds raised by the Gardeners of Wake County are used to provide scholarships to NC State students majoring in horticulture, and also for donations to other horticulture related activities in Wake County. To apply for a Horticulture Scholarship, print the application form and follow the directions on the form. The Gardeners of Wake County meets every third Tuesday at 7:30 pm in the Ruby McSwain building at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum on Beryl Rd. in Raleigh, except for the special events held in three months of the year (see special events). Each meeting starts with a short business session followed by a horticulture related program. Plants are brought by members and given away as prizes.. Refreshments and snacks are provided at each meeting. The monthly meetings provide an opportunity for members and visitors to discuss garden problems and exchange ideas about gardening. Many of our members are also Master Gardeners. Visitors are always welcome.

Board Meetings

The Board meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:30 in Kilgore Hall on the N.C. State University Campus. Kilgore Hall is located across Hillsboro St. from the Brooks Ave. parking lot which is at the intersection of Brooks Ave, and Hillsborough St. Members are welcome to attend the board meetings. Members are allowed to participate in the discussions, but only board members may vote. Anyone wishing to attend should call one of the board members to be sure the meeting is scheduled. Since Kilgore Hall is locked after 6:00 pm, someone on the Board should be notified that you are coming so they can wait at the door to let you in. The Board meetings are held in the conference room on the first floor


	Horticulture Scholarships Horticulture students from NC State College may apply for scholarships from the Gardeners of Wake County. The Scholarship Committee reviews the applications and selects students to be awarded scholarships. 2008 Beautification Awards Beautification awards are presented to members or non members for landscaping or gardens at their home or business.