Experience Beauty in Bloom at the North Carolina Arboretum

Pink flowers at the North Carolina Arboretum

Explore 10 permanent garden exhibits, such as the National Native Azalea Collection—a colorful universe of star-shaped blossoms in orange, hot pink, and more. Nearly every azalea species native to the U.S. can be found along with several hybrids, all set among local ferns, wildflowers, and shrubs. The Quilt Garden’s stunning block-print pattern (pictured on the previous page) pays homage to one of the area’s popular handicrafts.