Cheryl Gibson, Vine and Branch

Discover the simple joys of growing your own flower garden and creating beautiful floral arrangements in this hands-on, 90-minute workshop.

In this engaging, beginner-friendly class, you'll learn how to select, grow, and care for a variety of flowers that thrive in North Carolina's climate—no green thumb required! Whether you're new to gardening or looking to expand your floral design skills, this workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to start growing your own beautiful blooms.

What You'll Learn:

- How to choose the best flowers for your cut flower garden
- Practical tips for growing and maintaining flowers that flourish in North Carolina
- Flower arranging techniques for creating elegant, professional-looking bouquets
- How to harvest and use your own homegrown blooms for year-round floral designs
- By the end of the session, you'll leave with a gorgeous, hand-arranged bouquet and the confidence to grow and design with flowers from your own garden. All materials, tools, and handouts are provided—just bring your enthusiasm!

Why You'll Love This Workshop:

- No prior experience needed—perfect for novice gardeners and aspiring floral designers!
- All supplies included—from fresh blooms to step-by-step guidance, we've got you covered.
- Expert instruction—learn from a local gardening and floral design professional with years of experience.
- Take-home bouquet—leave with your own custom floral arrangement to enjoy at home or gift to someone special!
- Join us for a fun, informative, and creative morning and leave with new skills that will inspire you to design with nature's beauty.

Parking
Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road.

Questions: Contact the JCRA Education Team at [email protected] for more information about this program.

Location: Ruby C. McSwain Education Center, JC Raulston Arboretum

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