Bobby Ward, author of Chlorophyll in His Veins, talks at The Garden Hut

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10am Bobby Ward, author of J.C. Raulston, Horticultural in His Veins talks about and signs his new book.
11am
Pruning demonstration by owner and horticulturist Nelsa Cox.
Free, but registration is requested.

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Helen Yoest is a garden writer and coach through her business Gardening with Confidence™

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Cholorphyll In His Veins: J.C. Raulston, Horticultural Ambassador

Bobby Ward’s new book Chlorophyll in His Veins, J.C. Raulston, Horticultural Ambassador has been released.


Here’s is what is being said about Bobby’s latest book.


Finally, the inspirational story of this century’s most important horticulturist can be told.   Bobby Ward well-researched chronological biography weaves J. C. life-long diary entries with outside perspectives in detailing J. C.’s lifelong passion for learning about plants, his desire to share with others, and the against-all-odds stories that shaped his life.  Even those who knew J. C. for decades will be surprised to learn the rest of the story of the man who shaped so many gardening lives . . . a truly fascinating read.

–Tony Avent, Raleigh, North Carolina, Plant Delights Nursery, author of So You Want to Start a Nursery

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Chlorophyll in His Veins: J.C. Raulston – Horticultural Ambassador

Chlorophyll in His Veins

Bobby J. Ward

Author Bobby J. Ward

The timing for the release of Bobby Ward’s new book\’a0Chlorophyll \’a0in His Veins, J.C. Raulston, Horticultural Ambassador, could not be better.  With a recent visit of more than 500 garden writers visiting the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, there was no doubt many who did not know this man, yet most left wanting to know more.

Likewise, each year, thousands of visitors come the to JC Raulston Arboretum with many others wanting to know more. \’a0Now we have a resource available to learn about the man who changed the face of our landscapes.

My copy is waiting for to me.  I cannot wait to begin to see how this one man, albeit smart, generous, kind and engaging, could have changed the way homeowners garden.  Bobby will tell us all about it.

From Bobby Ward’s, book jacket – J. C. Raulston was the most important and influential figure in American horticulture in the latter part of the twentieth century. His passion for promoting new plants for landscapes was unmatched. As a teacher at Texas A&M and at North Carolina State University, he gave generously of his time to students, profoundly influencing their lives, altering career paths and personal directions. He saw potential in both plants and students. Against many obstacles, he succeeded in establishing the North Carolina State University Arboretum that now bears his name. Chlorophyll in His Veins is an intimate biography, celebrating the life and accomplishments of one of the most-loved gardening personalities.

I have the honor of sitting of the Board of Advisors for the JC Raulston Arboretum.  Equally as important in my life is serving as the volunteer Leader (formally known as curator) of the Winter Garden along with other members of the Raleigh Garden Club and the Butterfly Garden along with horticultural youths; a group of young girls who already know in their early teens, they want to persue a degree in horticulture.

Full disclosure:  Bobby Ward is a dear friend and I’m a big fan of his writing. I have looked forward to the release of J.C.’s book since I learned he was writing it.

Helen Yoest is a garden writer and coach through her business Gardening with Confidence

Follow Helen on Twitter @HelenYoest and her facebook friend page, Helen Yoest or Gardening With Confidence\’99 Face Book Fan Page.

Helen also serves on the board of advisors for the JC Raulston Arboretum