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Jack Johnston (left) and Brent Martin work together to plant a mountain camellia seedling in Martin’s yard. - Photo Credit Smoky Mountain News

William Bartram’s Birthday Celebration and Franklinia Planting

Otto Post Office 8491 Georgia Rd, Otto, NC, United States

Join us for William Bartram's birthday celebration and franklinia planting at plant whisperer Jack Johnston's nursery in Otto, NC for this very special event. Jack is a propagator extraordinaire of Franklinia, Mountain Camellias, and much, much more. Not only we will learn about the natural history of these species, but plant some in Bartram's honor! […]

Photo of Franklinia Alatamaha in bloom from Wikipedia

May 21, 2023: The History of Franklinia Alatamaha at Winding Stair Nursery

Winding Stair Nursery 57 Saunders Road, Franklin, NC, United States

Brent Martin of the Blue Ridge Bartram Trail Conservancy and co-owner of Alarka Expeditions will present The History of Franklinia Alatamaha or Franklin tree, so named after Benjamin Franklin. This event will be held at Winding Stair Nursery in Franklin, NC on Sunday, May 21st. The event starts at 2pm and is free to the […]

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