Get Ready for the Fabulous Fall Plant Sale in Knoxville!
Knoxville, it’s that time of year again! As the leaves start to change and the air turns crisp, you might be itching to spruce up your garden. Well, mark your calendars because the University of Tennessee Gardens is about to make your fall gardening dreams come true with their annual fall plant sale.
Special Preview for Members and Volunteers
Starting off the festivities, there’s a special preview sale just for members, volunteers, and UT employees on Friday, October 4, 2024, from 4 PM to 7 PM. This is the perfect chance to get access to some fantastic plants before they’re available to the public. And if you’re not a member yet, no worries! You can sign up to become a member right at the event and enjoy a sweet 10% discount on your purchases!
Open to the Public
But wait, there’s more! The sale opens up to everyone on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 9 AM to 2 PM. So grab your friends and family, and head over to discover a world of greenery. After you fill your cart with new plants, stick around for a free garden tour starting at 11 AM. You’ll get to explore the beautiful grounds and learn a thing or two about planning your space.
Learn from the Experts
As if that’s not enough, at 12 PM, you can attend a special session on proper planting techniques hosted by Andy Pulte, a distinguished lecturer from UT Plant Sciences. This is a great chance to get hands-on tips and tricks from a pro!
What Plants Will Be Available?
The selection this year is truly something special. Attendees can expect to find a carefully curated inventory that includes:
– Edible plants
– Perennial herbaceous flowers
– Ferns and grasses
– Carnivorous plants
– Shrubs and trees
– Tropical houseplants
– Conifers
– Daffodil bulbs and much more!
Among the exciting offerings, you’ll find three standout dwarf native shrubs:
1. **Sugar Shack® Buttonbush**
2. **Sugartina® ‘Crystalina’ Clethra**
3. **Legend of the Small® Fothergilla**
These beauties are not only compact but are designed to offer landscape value and multi-season interest. Plus, keep an eye out for the award-winning **Black Hat® Rhododendron**, heralded as the 2022 Rhododendron of the Year by the American Rhododendron Society.
Support a Good Cause
Your participation in the Fabulous Fall Plant Sale doesn’t just benefit your garden; it also supports the University of Tennessee Gardens. Proceeds from the sale play a crucial role in supporting the Gardens’ mission and sustaining their operations. So, in addition to beautifying your home, you’ll be helping a great cause!
Connect and Learn More
If you need directions or want to check out the full inventory beforehand, make sure to visit the UT Gardens website. It’s going to be a delightful weekend of shopping, learning, and connecting with fellow garden enthusiasts.
So gather your gardening gloves, bring your favorite plant-loving pals, and get ready for an enriching experience at the University of Tennessee Gardens. Happy planting!
