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Letter from the Editor

CONTENTS Fresh Produce Near Campus

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Obtaining fresh fruits and veggies is easier for students than it seems

Raleigh’s Whiskey Scene

Calling all whiskey lovers: Dram and Draught is your new hangout

Umstead Park

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Slice By Slice: Raleigh’s Pizza Scene

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A Beer Lover’s Paradise

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Inside the NC Museum of Art

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Q&A with Jazz Studies director

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In Bloom: NC State’s Living Laboratory

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The park offer many ways to relax Join our writer’s voyage to the best pizza spots in Raleigh

Fact check: the Raleigh Beer Garden has the most beers on tap in the world Bringing film, art and more to Raleigh

Professor by day, thriving trombone player by night

Growing up surrounded by the rich sounds of jazz, inhaling the comforting aromas of home-cooked meals and taking in my grandmother’s breathtaking watercolor paintings, arts and culture has always been a major part of my life. Now, as I prepare to graduate from NC State with a Bachelor of Arts in English, my tiny bedroom is packed with both classic and modern records, a YAMAHA keyboard that is stored under my bed and mounds of books stacked in neat piles.

This issue shares a small slice of Raleigh’s arts and culture community, which is marked by charming character, talent and truth.

Mostly, it is an ode to the craftsmen, spokespeople and musicians, and the mixologists, servers and chefs, that have gifted Raleigh with undeniable depth and individuality.

For students, the City of Oaks acts as a place to unwind after a long day of classes, projects and meetings, and bask in the beauty of life’s most underestimated pleasures – like a good meal, the stillness of nature and a song that makes one’s everyday worries, even if just for a few minutes, disappear. Here’s to Raleigh.

The JC Raulston Arboretum is a living sanctuary

Graphic by Kyle Howe

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Eat Your Greens

No one wants to gain the dreaded Freshman 15 in college, or gain unwanted weight in general, it is important for students to know where their resources lie in terms of obtaining fresh, local produce near campus.

Fortunately for students, a wealth of healthful produce is within walking distance from campus, or just a short bus ride away.

On the edge of Centennial campus sits one of Raleigh’s most talked-about produce spots: State Farmers Market.

The market provides a large range of quality, local produce that is available for purchase. The vendors in attendance are local farmers whose prices Baskets of apples are on display at the State Farmer’s Market. are comparable to those at the grocery stores.

One long-time seller is that of Whitney The growing season will determine what Wall, who has been selling at the farmer’s crops are available. During the summer and market since she was 7 years-old. Now, at 46 fall months, anything from mushrooms to years-old, Wall carries out her grandfather’s muscadine grapes to sweet potatoes can be tradition of selling fresh fruits and veggies at found at the market, along with locally made the market. Wall shared what crops she’s sellbread, pastries and other savory eats. ing at the market this spring season.

Some of the vendors have been coming to “We have corn, squash, zucchini, [and] State Farmers Market for years, while others we’re starting to get really good tomatoes,” have just started selling more recently.

Wall said. “We have a new crop of potatoes that came in just this week, and vidalias that came in for the first time [...] and all kinds of apples and oranges.”

Other groups, such as the Carolina Mushroom Farm, are new to the farmer’s market. Shahane Taylor, one of the mushroom farm’s owners, talked on her already-thriving customer base.

“The amount of people coming varies with the season, but I have developed an incredibly following of customers,” Taylor said.

Greenhouse tomatoes and other vegatables are on display at the State Farmers Market.

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State Farmers Market also houses a few restaurants that use only local produce and meats. So, not

only does the farmers market provide a healthy eating alternative, but also it helps to support local businesses.

State Farmers Market aside, there are also a number of grocery store located around campus where students can obtain fresh produce. There is a Food Lion located on Western Boulevard, a Harris Teeter and Fresh Market in Cameron Village shopping center and a Whole Foods on Wade Avenue. All of the grocery stores have a fresh produce section, and Food Lion and Harris Teeter are easily within walking distance for students or accessible through the Wolfline bus system.

While grocery store produce will not be grown as locally as the farmers market, they are still a viable resource for students. Having fresh produce nearby is important for all students, as it helps to maintain a healthy Wolfpack rich in the good stuff: vitamins and nutrients.

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CHEERS! A key player in Raleigh’s whiskey scene is centered on Hillsborough Street.

That’s where local liquor enthusiasts can find Dram & Draught, a popular hangout right in the heart of Raleigh that is open seven days a week. The up-and-coming bar offers a unique atmosphere, a wide variety of drinks and a place for students ages 21+ to kick back and relax. For those under 21, get excited. A trip to this local gem is worth the wait.

One of the auto-shop-turned-whiskey bar’s greatest attractions is its diverse drink lineup; Dram & Draught offers over 300 different kinds of whiskey from around the world, a rotating choice of local and non-local draft beers, and a vast selection of wines.

The liquor menu, which is dominated by its massive selection of whiskeys, also includes other liquor such as vodka, rum, tequila and gin, along with a variety of specialty cocktails such as a classic Manhattan, Whiskey Sour or Hemingway Daiquiri. The beer list includes many classics from local breweries, such as Lonerider’s Shotgun Betty or White Street’s Kolsch.

“I like the woodwork and stonework of the place,” said Shaun Russell, a guest who was trying out a Stone IPA. “I like that they have a good beer selection of high-end drafts. And I like that there’s an immense selection of whiskey and bourbon. That was the sort of feel that I was going for.”

Russell is part of a local group that tours various breweries

Inside Raleigh’s Dram & Draught

and bottle shops. Russell and several other members of the group, including its leader, Colin Lowry, enjoyed checking out Dram & Draught for the first time.

“We have been going for over two years now,” Lowry said.

“We go to a different bottle shop, brewery or taproom once a month – usually the second or third Saturday. The group has grown in size. This [turn out] is actually smaller today. On recent trips we’ve had 15 or 16 people.”

For a group that enjoys trying out unique local places to have a drink, it was only natural, once they heard of Dram & Draught, to give it a try.

Adding to the bar’s attraction is its atmosphere. Dram & Draught does not have any televisions, and while it does play music, it offers customers the unique chance to simply come to a bar and enjoy uninterrupted conversation with friends.

“The atmosphere is really nice and relaxing,” said Jack Komthongpane, a guest who came for the barrel bourbon. “Somewhere you can just sit down, hang out, take a breather from everything and just talk about things going on in life.”

Whether one is looking to try out specialty whiskey, or to simply to sit down to have a good drink with a childhood friend, Dram & Draught offers something for everyone.

Words by Andrew Schnittker Photo by Glenn Wagstaff

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A ladder serves to help bartenders sort through an extensive array of whiskey at Dram & Draught.

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Umstead: A park for the masses Tourists, students and residents flock to Raleigh’s dent studying public administration.

Umstead Park for its picturesque wilderness and recA pause at a primitive bridge welcomes views of oak, reational activities. Its dense forests and sweeping lake hickory and beech trees towering over twinkling wavistas provide an unparalleled relief from the steady ter. Umstead Park is home to three man-made lakes, cacophony of city dwelling. Long before human set- each of which provide a greater sense of tranquility to tlers discovered the land, the soil was trodden with the park. footprints of American bison, elk, bobcats and wolves.

Canoes and rowboats are available for rent, and However, early agriculfishing is permitted in tural efforts led to erodeach lake — common ed soil and during the encounters include bass, Great Depression, cotbluegill and crappie. ton cultivation proved to And, as the warm weathbe a lifeless attempt. In er arises, Umstead offers 1934, under the Resetthe perfect backdrop for tlement Administration, a daytime picnic or refederal and state agenlaxing canoeing trip with cies bought 5,000 acres friends. of this sub-marginal The park features land to develop the recevents year-round. On reational area, according April 21, The Umstead to ncparks.gov.

Coalition, which is dediSince Umstead Park’s cated to the appreciation opening in 1937, out- A metal bridge overlooks one of the three lakes at William and preservation of Umdoor enthusiasts wander B. Umstead State Park. stead Park, will be hostthrough its storied trails. ing its annual “Walk/ Together, its eight trails Run/Bike for Umstead,” stretch over 20 miles and where the Triangle Offcater to walkers, runners, Road Bike Club (TORC) cyclists and equestrians will guide 4, 7 and 12alike. mile rides throughout “Umstead [Park] is a the park. Live owl and great destination to go snake exhibits, food walking with friends trucks and musical perwhile enjoying the sceformances are set to ennic view of the lake,” tertain throughout the said Connor Hess, 2017 day. Art, jewelry, plant alumnus of NC State’s species and other curiostechnology design and ities will also be on diseducation programs. play.

“It’s always a great time Visitors enjoy the amenities of William B. Umstead State Ultimately, Umstead here.”

Park brings a refreshing Park next to one of its lakes.

The sound of the water sense of nature, advenrippling over the rocks and the hum of the forest can ture and peacefulness to the Raleigh area, and is only be a soothing change of pace from a hurried schedule, a short drive away for students looking to de-stress in providing a much-needed hidden sanctuary of sorts Mother Nature’s beauty. for students.

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SLICE BY SLICE : It’s safe to say that pizza is a college student’s best friend. It’s filling, usually fast and, most importantly, an incredibly tasty option for one’s goto comfort food. As college students, however, it’s pretty safe to say that most of our pizza experiences come from chain restaurants like Domino’s, or buy-one-get-one sales in the frozen aisle. And while there’s no shame in opting for the occasional fast food fix or frozen pie, enjoying a gourmet pizza made with fresh ingredients in a cozy sit-down restaurant is a luxury that all of us deserve.

Compiled through extensive, tasty, hands-on research, here is a list of the five best places to get delicious pizza near campus.

Trophy Brewing Co.

If you’ve spent any substantial amount of time in Raleigh, yo Brewing Company. With three unique locations around the a robust selection of craft beer, as well as all kinds of artisan tomers.

Perhaps most attractive to college students is their Brewing location located off of Morgan Street, and a mere eight-min from campus — and easily within walking distance for stude

Their menu hosts pies like the Most Outgoing, which has br caramelized onions and fresh arugula, or The Indoor Kid, a fl cream, fontina, spinach and artichokes. Top your order off w Although the Pizza Times may be the farthest pizza restaurant from campus, located in Downtown Raleigh around the corner from The Raleigh Times, it’s definitely worth the trip. Unlike the other four pizza places, Pizza Times is a take-out only establishment, making it the perfect grab-and-go spot for students. Pizza Times also offers daily lunch specials at just $7.

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The Best of Raleigh’s pizza scene Moonlight Pizza Company

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rie, mushrooms, 1 flawless blend of garlic with a craft beer and you’re good to go.

xecutive Chef Michael Rehm helped develop the restaurant with the owners. Rehm said it took him almost two years to come up with the perfect dough, sauce and cheese combination for their pizzas.

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“We went through probably five different flours, maybe more than that, just to find the right kind that gave us a light, airy dough but still firm enough and had the right bake time,” Rehm said.

Established in 1996, Moonlight Pizza Company is located about 10 minutes from campus, at the corner of Morgan Street and Boylan Avenue. They’re famous for their braided crust and unique-yet-harmonious topping combinations.

For those who can’t decide which pie to split, Moonlight allows customers to 3 order two halfpies for the price of one.

Popular options include the Big Dipper, a specialty pie with olive pesto, roma tomatoes and fresh spinach, and Earth Wind and Fire, which features grilled chicken, avocado, pepper jack cheese and red onion. With a relaxed atmosphere and gluten-free options, Moonlight Pizza Company is definitely a restaurant worth putting on one’s pizza bucket list.

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La Stella Wood Fired

Piccola Italia

La Stella Wood Fired is a new addition to our much-loved Hillsborough Street.

A subset of Pizza La Stella in Downtown Raleigh, La Stella Wood Fired offers an entire menu composed only of foods cooked in a wood-fired oven.

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Family owned and operated since 1982, Piccola Italia in Cameron Village is a true, authentic slice of Italy right near NC State.

With portion sizes that can easily feed more than one person, Piccola Italia is a great place to go sit down and relax, or pick up take-out from.

What makes this restaurant a go-to for NC State students is not only the food, but also great drink specials and fun trivia and game nights that offer opportunities to relax affordably. In terms of pies, the Hottie Hawaiian is a must-try, as it’s stocked with Caribbean pineapple pesto, pineapple chunks, prosciutto and more.

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Their 16inch by 16-inch Sicilian Pizza is the star of their menu — a massive square pizza that can easily be split amongst eight to ten people. Just remember to call in advance so the restaurant has enough time to make your pie. Sicilian Pizzas take extra TLC.

Just as no two people are the same, no two pizzas are the same. Christina LaMaire, a fourth-year studying genetics and psychology, said there are three important components to a good pizza.

“High quality ingredients... [and while] a lot of different types of crust can be good, but one that has at least some crunch but that isn’t like a cracker,” LaMaire said. “And, a wide variety of cheeses that are high-quality can really make a pizza and good seasonings.”

Even if most pizzas have the same base ingredients, it is the dedication of the chef, the adherence to the traditions of a particular region or recipe and the quality of the ingredients that sets each pie apart from each other.

Words by Aditi Dholakia, Photos by Sarah Cochran

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DRAFTED The Raleigh Beer Garden is home to an impressive 366 beers on tap, and is recognized by the Guinness World Records as having the most varieties of beer commercially available.

The local hotspot opened in 2015, and business has been booming ever since.

The bar is divided into three floors, and Josh Knight and Jasmine Weiker restock the wall of liquors also features an outprior to the evening rush at the Raleigh Beer Garden. door bar lit up with glittering string lights.

Tim Paine, a manager at the Raleigh Beer however. It offers a full menu of mouthwaGarden, credited the bar’s uniqueness as one tering foods varying from soft pretzels to reason for its success. juicy burgers to house salads stocked with “Three different floors is uncommon in a the good stuff, attracting hungry guests of bar, the outdoor area and the sheer numall ages. ber of different beers we have [makes us In terms of more unique bar bites, opt for unique],” Paine said. “366 is record breaking the Beer Garden Shrimp Ceviche – a blend […] so you aren’t going to find that amount of shrimp, peppers, onions, pineapple and of options elsewhere.” more – or the Local Beer Cheese Dip, made The first floor of the bar is devoted solely with the bar’s NC beer of the week. to beers crafted in North Carolina, while Since the bar is close to the multiple unithe rooftop bar hosts beers from all over the versities in the Triangle area, students make world. Since the number of beers is so exup a large portion of the bar’s clientele. For tensive, the bar does not print a list of beers, Nailah Watts-Harper, a third-year studying but has a list published on their website. architecture, the Raleigh Beer Garden is Guests can also view the list through an app more than just a place to grab a local brew – title Untapped. it’s a gathering spot.

And, as the bar offers everything from “The Beer Garden is a great place to fruity brews like the Raspberry Wheat socialize and meet people around Raleigh,” Ale to the Edge of a Dream, a stout from Watts-Harper said. “Not only does it have Appalachian Mountain Brewery, there truly a tremendous beer selection, but it also has is something for each and every beer-related a great menu and a variety of spaces within craving. the restaurant to move around.”

Glenwood Avenue acts as the perfect spot for the bar, putting it right in the action of the hustle and bustle of Downtown Raleigh.

The Raleigh Beer Garden is not excluWords by Freja Carlson, sively open to those over 21 years of age, Photos by Kaydee Gawlik

Must-Try Brews

Five Star Coffee Porter

What’s better than a cold beer? A cold beer mixed with creamy undertones of espresso. For all the coffee lovers out there, opt for the Five Star Coffee Porter, a deliciously freshyet-rich brew selected from Carolina Brewing Company.

Orange Peel Pale Ale For those wishing for a light, fruitful beverage, the Orange Peel Pale Ale is the way to go. Perfect for a warm spring evening, a glass of this citrusy good stuff is sure to please all your fruity alcoholic desires.

Bold Rock Rosé Cider There’s no getting around it. Ciders are good – really good. And now that rose cider has become the latest trend, we’re all for it. An ice-cold Bold Rock Rosé Cider won’t disappoint.

The First Squeeze The First Squeeze, a pale wheat ale selected from Raleigh Brewing Company, is a local brew that shines in its simplicity: it’s just a really good beer.

For those looking for a classic beer sure to satisfy, The First Squeeze has you covered.

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Get Cultured: NCMA is a hub for all things art W

ith a widespread collection of intricate, artistic work that dates back to 5,000 years ago, The North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) acts as the thriving epicenter of Raleigh’s art scene.

Located just a short drive or bus ride away from campus, NCMA features an amphitheater for performances, a plethora of innovative exhibitions and regularly presents artful events for the public.

The museum hosts a permanent art collection, and shows off more than a dozen masterpieces at a time.

Victoria Rosser, a second-year studying fashion and textile design, is one of many students who appreciate the museum’s presence here in Raleigh.

“I really liked their contemporary art exhibits,” Rosser said.

While some of the events at the NCMA are annual, others are held quite frequently and can prove to be a Rabble by Ralph Helmick is made up of hundreds of mechanized butterlies forming a jet fighter with a flower contrail in constructive investment of one’s time as a student. the NCMA. For the art and nature lover, the museum offers a 90-minute guided tour of the Museum Park. The tour acts as a great way to get outdoors, breathe in the fresh air and leave your worries behind.

For those who are looking for events with more stimulation, Iris After Dark is a prime event to check out. An evening event hosted by the NCMA’s Iris Restaurant every Friday night, Iris After Dark offers a delicious assortment of dishes and the opportunity to wine and dine with friends to the tantalizing sounds of local musicians and DJs. NCMA also gives college students from different universities the chance to interact and unwind, the museum’s college night every fall. The event provides students with information regarding internship opportunities and future exhibits. NC State student Meehir Mokashi, a second-year studying business administration, talked on his experience with NCMA. The NCMA was established in 1947, when the North Caroli“I had the opportunity of coming in contact with na State legislature appropriated one million dollars to purpeople with different career branches,” Mokashi said. chase a collection of art for the people of North Carolina.

Students are also welcome to enroll in online art courses at NCMA, which offers courses such as “The to NCMA’s newly-renovated auditorium. Most films Art of Fashion” and “The Art of Game Design.” begin at 8:00 p.m., and are introduced by film curator The museum also regularly hosts outdoor concerts, Laura Boyes. poetry slams, dance performances and debates – bringAs a whole, NCMA is a key part of Raleigh’s arts and ing another level of cultural awareness to the Raleigh culture scene, granting botn students and community area. NCMA’s events are also a great place to meet members access to what can only be described as an new people and form connections with others who artistic sanctuary. share a love of all that is art.

Film screenings are another one of the museum’s Words by Shivani Shirolkar popular features, bringing in movie-goers of all kinds Photos by Sindy Huang

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ALL THAT JAZZ

Director of Jazz Studies talks music, passion

ing into the IBC center at the time, came over and asked, “Hey can you guys get a drum line together, because there is a drum line thing during the concert?” They basically needed an extra base drummer. So I was like “Okay, I’ll do that.”

How many students of yours have gone When Wes Parker, NC State’s Director of on to be professional musicians?

Jazz Studies, isn’t teaching a class, he’s most likely playing the trombone. His musical talent has taken him far and wide, from playing with nationally recognized musicians to deeming him a favorite professor among students within NC State Music Department. Roundabout sat down with Parker to hear more about his passion for jazz, teaching and following his artistic passion.

Several. Even though we don’t have a music major here at NC State, but we do have a music minor in performance. I have a lot of students that have gone on to be professional musicians, and they have been very successful.

One former student, Lauren C., is a bass player in New York City. She got her masters degree in jazz band at Manhattan School of Music, and now she’s living and working in New How did you originally get involved York City.

with music?

Oh wow – I have been playing music since I started piano lessons in the third or fourth grade. I started band and choir in the seventh grade and I have been a trombone player ever since.

I have current students that work professionally as well...we are really proud of the music talent that exists right here at NC State.

We have the same quality of musician that you would find at a school that has a jazz or music major.

Who has been your favorite musician What draws you to teaching instead to work with thus far? of pursuing an entertainment career?

Probably Jeff Coffin. We had him here about 10 years ago and he was fantastic. I see him around at conferences and he always has something to say remembering his experience here and wants to come back… I have played with Aretha Franklin and all kinds of people.

I was just having this conversation with a student. I kind of have the best of both worlds right now. During the day I teach, and I teach music that is the same level that I would perform with my colleagues. So getting that experience is a plus.

Do you have any interesting stories And then as a freelance trombonist I get to perform all over the area I play in a profesfrom working with other musicians?

As you might imagine, there is a whole lot of crazy. Some of our lives is just doing mundane day-to-day activities, but the life of a musician is definitely exciting. I got to play bass drum with Keith Urban once during a spring football game the marching band was playing at.

I was over with the band and the stage manager from Keith Urban’s show, who was roll-

sional band that’s really good, called the North Carolina Jazz Repertory Orchestra. I also play in Broadway shows that come through the Durham Performing Arts Center. Like I said, I get the best of both worlds.

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In bloom

This year’s April showers will certainly be bringing May flowers at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum, NC State’s living laboratory for students, faculty and horticulture appreciators alike. The gardens’ spring blooms act as an educational, aesthetically pleasing floral sanctuary right near campus.

The J.C. Raulston Arboretum originally debuted as the “NCSU Arboretum,” but was renamed in 1996 in honor of the late J.C. Raulston, the first director of the arboretum. Mark Weathington is the current director of the arboretum. Weathington spoke on recent projects and trials at the arboretum.

“One of the things that we’ve been growing more and more of are evergreen forms of typically deciduous trees,” Weathington said. “There are some evergreen dogwoods that we’re growing, that I really think are becoming phenomenal plants.”

Evergreen trees don’t lose their leaves in the fall and winter, making them available for viewing all year. The arboretum has an event going on just about every day,

according to Weathington. And on every Sunday from March-Oct., the arboretum hosts free, public tours at 2 p.m.

For Bernadette Clark, the bedding plants trials coordinator, one of her greatest job benefits is the restorative, healing atmosphere that the arboretum provides.

“It’s a beautiful place not only just to go and become more familiar with plant material, but it’s a fabulous place just to be able to walk around and just chill,” Clark said. “Not even to have a thought, just [to] enjoy [the moment]. Whether you’re enjoying the blue birds – we have blue bird boxes out here, – or looking for the hawks out here [in the arboretum].”

While some plants are starting to flower, there’s still some time to go before the majority of planting and blooming begins.

“Our biggest show would probably be in June, but some things are blooming when I plant at the end of April,” Clark said.

A special aspect of the arboretum is its ability to foster a greater sense of community within its visitors and staff.

“We have a very dedicated and large volunteer base at the arboretum, and they’re the ones that help me plant everything,” Clark said. “When we plant most of, if not all, of the trials get planted in one day. We have about

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25 people that arrive one morning and we have this planting frenzy.”

While gardens and flowers tend to be associated with springtime, the arboretum is enjoyable year-round, as Weathington said certain flowers bloom throughout the calendar year.

The Japanese Garden is one of many breathtaking yearround attractions that regularly brings in appreciators.

“The Japanese garden has got Crepe Myrtles in there with beautiful bark on them,” Clark said. “No matter what time of the year there’s green and color in there.”

For more information on the J.C. Raulston Arboretum, visit their website: https://jcra.ncsu.edu// Words by Isabelle Stone Photos By Elijah Moracco-Schelp

Spring flowers to keep an eye out for Pansy Coming in aesthetically pleasing pigments such as deep purple, burgundy and midnight blue, pansies are the very definition of a vibrant spring flower. They can be found almost everywhere as the weather gets warmer, due to their versatility and no-fuss nature.

Daffodil Daffodils are those yellow flowers planted all over campus. They’re a wildly popular spring plant, fairly low-maintenance and come in both yellow and white options.

Hydrangea This pastel-colored flower has gained many appreciators due to its full-bodied look – often blooming in hearty bunches. Hydrangeas are also known for their visual beauty, coming in colors such as periwinkle, baby pink and soft lavender.

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3 1 The J.C. Raulston Arboretum at N.C. State is nationally acclaimed for its diverse and international collection of plants and flowers.

2 “Golden Times” is one of the many flowers blooming this spring in the Arboretum.

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Tulips are perhaps one of spring’s most famous blooms. Coming in bright colors such as yellow, red and hot pink, tulips liven up an otherwise bland area with a splash of happy.

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