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In This Issue Membership Makes a Difference—To You and to the JCRA Friends of the Arboretum New Member Welcome 10th Anniversary of the Ruby C. McSwain Education Center Complex October Events Friends of the Arboretum Lecture Friends of the Arboretum Annual Plant Distribution Friends of the Arboretum New Member Welcome Plantsmen's Tour Friends of the Arboretum Lecture/North American Rock Garden Society (Piedmont Chapter) Lecture Children's Program Blog Follow us on our new blog. |
Plant of the MonthHeteropterys glabra
by Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections Heteropterys glabra or redwing as it is commonly known is one of about 150 species of plants in the genus. Its scientific name is derived from hetero, meaning different and pterys meaning wing signifying the winged seeds held in threes. This genus in the mostly tropical Malphigiaceae family is composed of vines, small trees, and shrubs throughout South America, the Caribbean, and one species in Africa. Plants in this genus have been used as aphrodisiacs, stimulants, and in some cases have been found to have antiviral effects. Gold flowers appear by early summer in bright sprays followed quickly by brilliant red fruits that closely resemble maple keys. Redwing will continue to produce flowers alongside the fruit into the fall for a continuous hot combination. The foliage on this vine emerges flushed with burgundy before turning glossy green. The multi-hued flower and fruit display make this a worthy candidate for any garden. Redwing is a woody vine that will grow up a support or through the lower branches of small trees or large shrubs. The stems will twine gently providing support for the upright growth. Without support, it will make a mounded, shrubby plant with branches weaving through its neighbors. Young plants will often die back to the ground for their first couple of years in the garden but once established the stems will stay green during all but the coldest winters. Redwing is the first of three plants available this fall through the JCRA and Johnston County Nursery Marketing Association's Choice Plants marketing program. Ask for it at your local garden center. Membership Makes a Difference—To You and to the JCRA
by Judy Morgan Davis, Membership and Special Projects Coordinator Fall is such an exciting time to be a JCRA member! Many of our members identify the Friends of the Arboretum Annual Plant Distribution as the most important benefit of membership. Don't miss this year's epic event in public horticulture on October 6.Over 5,500 plants will be available, and the plant list will be posted on the JCRA's Web site very soon. If you've never attended the distribution, you'll definitely appreciate the videos that can be found on YouTube. Enjoy high speed renditions of the 2010 and 2011 events, and be sure to read the "Commonly Asked Questions" section included in the event's announcement. Friends of the Arboretum New Member Welcomeby Judy Morgan Davis, Membership and Special Projects Coordinator Saturday, October 6, 2012 – 9:30 AM–10:30 AM
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The JCRA staff, volunteers, and Friends of the Arboretum are very excited about receiving this prestigious award. This is the 30th year anniversary of the 
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Dahlia and Danaus plexippus |
Magnolia delavayi |
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Dahlia |
Cornus kousa var. chinensis 'Propzam' |
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Callicarpa acuminata |
Salvia leucantha 'Midnight' |
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Ilex 'Cherry Bomb' |
Agave ovatifolia and Salvia greggii 'Lipstick' whale's tongue agave and autumn sage |
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Visit Showtimes for a much more detailed listing of what's in flower in October at the Arboretum.
Recent Members Only Additions
by Chris Glenn, Programs and Education Coordinator
Two new videos were recorded for the Members Only section on the Arboretum's Web site in September.
Click on the images below to play the videos or visit the Members Only section to for a complete listing of all videos.
Content in the Members Only section is password protected and is only available to Arboretum members. In order to access these special features, members need to know the password that was printed on the label (use all lower case letters) of the latest Friends of the Arboretum Newsletter or included below.
user name = jcra
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Your Membership Makes a Difference—Please Join or Renew Today!The JC Raulston Arboretum is free to the public, but it is not free to operate. Memberships keep the gates open and the gardens in top shape. Membership gifts are the primary support for the Arboretum's daily operations and vital for its success. Thank you for your support and advocacy of the JC Raulston Arboretum through the membership program. It's fast and easy to become a Friend of the Arboretum, and there are many great benefits for you and your family. Join or renew now using our secure Web site, or contact Judy Morgan-Davis at (919) 513-0264 or jvmorgan@ncsu.edu. JC Raulston Arboretum e-Updates are published electronically every month for everyone interested in the Arboretum and are e-mailed to the Arboretum's members. If you are a member and need to update your contact information or wish to be removed from this mailing, please contact Judy Morgan-Davis. Contact information: (919) 515-3132 |