Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society
Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society
Spring ahead into 2026 mum growing season
CUTTING SALE MAY 1st & 2nd EVENT
We have had tremendous success with this sale in the past, and our prices are better than those of national dealers. The cost of plants will be $5.00 apiece, or 5 plants for $20. Buyers may also join our club, Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society. Everyone who decides to join at the sale will receive 3 free plants; access to the private member section on our website contains a 43pp reference manual of growing guidance and additional helful tips and tricks of plant information. A subscription to The Chrysanthemum magazine, published quarterly by the National Chrysanthemum Society. Membership in both societies is automatic and costs $45 per year if the member wants to receive all copies of the magazine online, or $55 per year to receive 2 of the issues per year in print. Our members meet monthly to learn growing techniques from experts inside and out of our club. We also have a tremendous mum show in November, which will be at Duke Gardens this year.
MAY 1st EVENT
Step into the captivating world of rare exhibition chrysanthemums—far beyond the familiar garden-center mum.
In this engaging presentation, Joan Matthews explores the history, extraordinary forms, and specialized growing techniques behind these stunning, award‑winning blooms. Learn what makes them so remarkable and how they can shine not only in exhibitions, but also as dramatic additions to bouquets and garden borders in your home landscape.
As a special highlight, every attendee will receive two complimentary chrysanthemum plants, generously provided by KingsMums.com, to take home and grow.
Beyond chrysanthemums, Joan brings years of hands-on experience to share practical, age‑friendly strategies for continuing to garden safely, successfully, and joyfully. Discover smart adaptations to tools, techniques, and expectations that reduce physical strain while increasing satisfaction and success in the garden.
Blending floral artistry, horticultural expertise, and practical wisdom, this inspiring program encourages gardeners to grow beautifully—and confidently—at every stage of life.
FREE for Garden Members $15 for Non-Members
Speaker, Joan Matthews:
Vice President, Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society
Past Vice President, National Chrysanthemum Society
Past President (7 years), Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society
Member, National Chrysanthemum Society (UK)
CCCS MONTHLY MEETINGS
THE 3RD MONDAY,
MARCH until NOVEMBER
at JC RAULSTON ABORETUM, in the MCSWAIN EDUCATION BUILDING 4415 BERYL RD, RALEIGH,NC
GUESTS WELCOME
Festival of Fabulous Mums
Sat & Sun November 6-7,
Sarah P Duke Gardens
view 2025 past events below
The CCCS event season has ended
Great time had by all
The winners of the 'People's Choice Bloom' will be posted here -as soon as it is available!
After the Spring cutting sale! Our 3 Fall flower shows are free to the public
Magnificent Mums
CCCS's last event of 2025 is next weekend
Saturday,1-5pm, Sunday 10am to 3pm, November 8 & 9,
a Judged Chrysanthemum Show Display
FREE to the Public !!
NC Fairgrounds Gate 9 Trinity Road, Raleigh James Martin Bldg
Join to vote for your favorite rare heritage Chrysanthemum, and help determine the show's favorite.
Does your favorite agree with the judge's pick? Join in a raffle to win their favorite mum-themed item.
Saturday & Sunday, November 1 & 2
Sarah P. Duke Gardens @the Tea House The
Tea House gated area will be unlocked on Saturday and Sunday 8am to 3pm
to tour and view the 13 varieties of Chrysanthemums
Walk to the garden to the Japanese Tea House and enjoy the 13 varieties of mums on display for the weekend. View the beautiful Chrysanthemums grown by Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society members.
We had a full weekend....... We don't have the final tally, but Duke Garden volunteers counted at least 1600 visitors who attended the Tea House on Saturday and Sunday (November 1 & 2). We handed out 600 bookmarks advertising Magnificent Mums and had 56 people sign up to hear about future shows and flower sales. Two people expressed interest in joining. We were impressed by the number of people who were already aware of next week's show at the NC Fairground James Martin building, November 8 & 9. See above for details on the upcoming free judged flower show. Vote on the best of show chrysanthemum.
Thanks to CCCS members, you all made it possible by volunteering and contributing flowers!!
Five-Point Festival, Raleigh
Saturday, October 11, 10 am to 6 pm, 5 Points Festival, Raleigh
An information booth to answer all your questions about CCCS, and how to successfully cultivate the 13 varieties of heritage Chrysanthemums (MUMS)
NC State Fair - Flower Show located in the fairgrounds October 16 -26, 2025
Blue Ribbons earned -- can you spot the Chrysanthemums?
We are going to the Fair and will win some great blue ribbons -Hope to see you there
Annual Spring Cutting Sale
Cutting Sale
May 16 & 17,2025
9 am - 4 pm
State Farmers Market
1201 Agriculture St, Raleigh
Welcome to our collection of starter Chrysanthemum plants! Grown locally and nurtured to perfection, these vibrant flowers thrive in full sun and promise a display of blooms in the Fall. Add a touch of autumn beauty to your garden with our high-quality Chrysanthemums. Enjoy the colors and charm they bring to your outdoor space or your decorative holiday table!
2024 Fall display
13 classifications of mums viewed by 2K visitors
Annual FOFM at Sarah P. Duke Garden's Japanese Garden Tea House
FALL 2023
Festival of Fabulous Mums November
People's Choice Winners of FoFM November 2023
1st place triple bloom cultivar Bola de Oro
2nd place bonsai cultivars Joan Corbisero & Tusukomo
3rd place cultivar - Whiteout
4th place Bola de Oro
The Journal of the National Chrysanthemum Society
2023 December cover
Chrysanthemum
In the second year, a CCCS member has their Raleigh garden on the NCS official magazine cover. Carol P Dukes garden clockwise from upper left Apple Valley, Mocha, By Jove & a friendly praying mantis on a bloom
Just in case you haven't received the December issue of THE CHRYSANTHEMUM yet, I want to share Margie Case's gorgeous photo of her Raleigh garden. Congrats, Margie!
