Beautiful visits and welcoming invitations for educational events. I can't imagine not wanting to…read morevolunteer, work or provide a contribution here. The artwork is inspiring, the gardens are peaceful and the staff is friendly.

First time visiting the Botanical Gardens. The lady at the information center was so nice and…read morehelpful. She gave us a map and explained the layout of the gardens. The gift shop is beautiful. There are reasonable gift priced selections. The carnivorous plant section was very cool. Lots of pitcher plants and Venus flytraps. All of the plants are well tended to and look healthy. There's cute kid activities embedded into the garden. A giant chess set and sand box. You can jump on stumps and or just chill. The gardens are laid out well and there's lots of shade and benches to rest on. Lovely place.

Duke Gardens is definitely one of the most beautiful gardens in Durham, if not the Triangle. Open…read morefrom dawn to dusk, it's welcoming to all. The best time of year to go in my opinion is during the Spring and especially during the Cherry Blossom season, which only lasts less than a week if not that. During that time, it can be super duper crowded, with people everywhere trying to get the perfect profile pic and/or selfie in. Weddings are held here and they have a beautiful area for it, along with a pond with lily pads. I have friends who have gotten engaged here, although if you're a professional photographer, you need to have permission. During the summer, they have a summer concert series on the lawn and it's so much fun. My friends I would bring snacks, wine, coolers and picnic blankets. Partaking in those concerts was one of the most fun parts of my summers, so nostalgic. Parking is a bit much (as it's sometimes hard to snag) but there are a few overflow lots to accommodate. One of my favorite parts of Duke Gardens it that you can also access Duke Campus across the road, and see the lovely Duke Chapel, and its beautiful cathedral. Once done, you can re-enter the Gardens and continue your trail. Such a lovely stroll. Once you cross the red bridge, you can also find your way to the farm, where there are animals, vegetation and lots of vegetables and herbs in a sweet garden. You can't really get too lost at Duke Gardens which I appreciate. Just keep going and eventually you will find your way back to the main fountain. Enjoy!

What a wonderful experience walking through Duke Gardens, and the best part--it's completely free!…read moreThis serene oasis is a perfect stress reliever for visitors, students, and workers alike. The gardens are especially notable for their beautiful Japanese-themed areas, featuring an abundance of Japanese Maples and even Fuyu persimmons, which I would have loved to pick if they weren't so high up (maybe next time!). There are numerous pathways for strolling, and the gardens regularly host events such as weddings, educational programs, and seasonal festivals. Visitors can enjoy both formal, carefully curated landscapes like the Historic Gardens, as well as informal, naturalized areas that resemble a backyard wildlife garden, perfect for relaxing, taking photos, or simply enjoying a peaceful retreat from the busy world. Overall, Duke Gardens is a must-visit for anyone in the area, an accessible, beautiful, and educational space that offers a tranquil escape and a chance to connect with nature.

This place is the definition of peace. Located conveniently between Southpoint and West Cary, this…read moreplace is a must visit. Looking forward to warm weather as they have many events, including Friday night events and yoga by their pond. Decent prices for quality plants and advice for us that don't have a green thumb.

Been following this place on Instagram for a while and finally got the chance to drop in and get…read moresome Christmas gifts for my plant loving friends. The prices are reasonable, the plants are plentiful and the staff is friendly and helpful. This will have to be my new go to garden center. Without a question. And they're dog friendly too and their plant stickers will have a paw print if the plant is safe for pets. How sweet and considerate is that for them to put that on there for homes for pets. Love it!

Talk about a combination of goddess, sage, and botanical expert, Grazie mille, Mackenzie, for your…read moresuperb help and guidance, and leading me to exactly what I was seeking -- and more. I hope that Fifth Season recognizes what an asset you are to their business and all gardeners who enter therein.

First time at this nursery and it's really cute. They have a large variety of plant gadgets,…read morebeautiful pots of all shapes, sizes and colors. They carry a nice variety of hummingbird feeders and bird houses too. They are expanding the plant selection but right now they have great plants. The reason for the 4 stars is that my friend and I were in the store for a good ten minutes (it's not a giant store) and no one greeted or acknowledged us. There were three employees. Finally, a nice lady asked if we needed help with anything and we informed her and thanked her that she offered to help and then she was the first person to say some thing. She was visibly upset about that and informed us that she was the general manager and she was new. She immediately went to the other employees and said some thing to them, and I think they were all quite surprised. Bottom line when there's customers in your store an employee needs to say hello and ask if the customer needs any help that's basic 101.

Great selection in perennial and annual plants. Good pricing on flats, $5.00 less expensive than…read moreother places on flats. I purchased a Caladium, hosta, flat of Vinca , and another one I can't remember. I check out all the Garden Centers around my travels. Southern States has a great selection and affordable pricing.

Friendly and helpful folk's. Local plants and herbs were available at competitive prices. I was…read morepleased to find the plants in the size i wanted. Service from the "warehouse" guy's is always friendly and willing to bring products to my vehicle.

Dirt Cheap Gardening was amazing, although they may be youth gardeners, they are very timely,…read moreorganized and they know what they are doing. I honestly think that they have better gardening skills than most professional gardeners and they left my garden looking beautiful. So if you are looking for someone to do weeding or watering, please go to their website and book them!

A ton of options with a very friendly shop attendant! I was looking for a moss agate and found them…read morein many sizes and cuts for not much at all (I paid in quarters.. apologies Mr. work attendant), and my friend had a blast looking through all the crystals! Will be coming back!

Always love visiting this shop, they have a good variety for decent prices. Lots of tumbled options…read moreand I love the little free tumble you get as a gift, it's my favorite part to pick the one that calls to me. The service is always very helpful as well!

This place is absolutely amazing! The plant selection is endless. They even have bee-keeping…read moresupplies as well. Every person we spoke with was knowledgeable and very courteous. One very kind worker even walked around with my wife looking for a particular plant before realizing they didn't have it. Additionally, they have a wide selection of pots and gardening tools. If I lived closer, I would be here quite often. Great establishment.

I had so much help on my trip there. I needed help with outdoor winter plants and a woman gave me…read moreso much of her time. I think her name was Mary (? It did start with an M. Then I went inside to ask about a houseplant. John gave me such fantastic information. Neither seemed rushed. Then when I was checking out I marveled at a small gourd at the cash register. The check out woman told me where they were and how much they were ($1).

Lots of inventory. Helpful staff. Reasonable prices. Just a bit out of the way, but worth the…read moredrive.

We have been when the father still ran things. I have photos of the huge goldfish in their large…read morewater pond.Since the new people are in charge, we hardly recognized the pond. It was full of hair algae, large pockets of it and the water was murky. Gone were the huge goldfish and being able to see the bottom. Horsetail bamboo seems to be growing out of control. We walked over to the greenhouses and several were filled with blight consumed plants, rows and rows of them. Instead of closing the doors on them, they were wide open spreading the blight across the property. We went through the gift shop and the cashier never acknowledged us, he was sitting in the dark staring at his phone. We are totally disappointed in the loss of a landmark business. We miss your Dad and sad to see his life's work in such bad shape

Great B&B. We called Tom while travelling and he immediately accommodated us. The B&B is located in…read morethe historic downtown of Hillsborough, close to all amenities and great restaurants. The room was spacious and very clean, beautiful windows on two sides, central air conditioning and nice full bath. The historic house is a gem to explore with an interesting collection of artwork. Our host was super helpful in advising us on local activities and worthwhile restaurants. He is very knowledgeable about the Inn's and the local history. The cook prepared a 5 star spread for us for breakfast featuring his favourite "teddy bear" fruit sculpture. What a treat!! Enjoyed the back porch with view of garden which supports a number of species of migrating and local species of birds. An orchestra awaited us every morning! Such an enjoyable stay- hope to be back sometime.

Thank you Tom for your cheerful hospitality during our stay at the Inn at Teardrops. The room was…read morecomfortable, clean gave us the feeling of history throughout the property. And oh what a breakfast Jorge cooks up. It was delicious and plentiful. We will surely stay with you again at the Inn at Teardrops when we come to North Carolina. Best regards, Vaughn and Maria, Tampa Bay, Florida