Charlotte NC Fall Garden Events
Charlotte NC Fall Garden Events
Summer’s heat is almost finished in Charlotte
NC. With cooler temperatures come some of my favorite times and
events because fall is for planting in the Carolinas.
Three of Charlotte’s public gardens have special events and plant
sales in September and October every year. Here is a rundown of
happenings for those of you who are ready to leave the air conditioning and get
outside to dig in the dirt.
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
It’s not too late to see the Fields-A-Flutter butterfly exhibit at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. This is
a new exhibit showcasing butterflies in an outdoor setting along the Meadowood
Walk. The Meadowood Walk is a series of nature trails that wind through meadows
and woodlands to Lake Wylie. A Caterpillar Crib will host plants where
butterflies can be seen emerging and visitors can study butterfly lifecycles up
close. Fields-A-Flutter ends on September 30th.
On October 1 and 2, Stowe will host AutumnFaire, a botanical marketplace for
crafts. Craft items will be made from or based on plants. Gourd art, candles,
pottery, basketry and foodstuffs will be among the featured items for sale.
Winghaven Gardens and Bird Sanctuary
For a garden experience on a smaller scale, check out Winghaven
in the heart of Myers Park. This three-acre garden enclosed by brick walls was
created in 1927. Winghaven’s formal gardens and woodland areas were designed
especially to provide a sanctuary for birds. The Winghaven fall plant sale runs
from October 5 through October 8. You can find native plants, unique shrubs,
antique roses and herbs at this sale. The event also has free programs. Topics
this year include Attracting Birds to the Garden, Herbs 101, Bulbs for Southern
Gardens, and Fabulous Fall Containers.
UNCC Botanical Gardens
The Botanical Gardens at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte also have
a fall plant sale. The UNCC Botanical Gardens is a great place to
find a variety of native plants, ferns and perennials. This plant sale is on
October 7 and 8 from 9am until 3pm.
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