North Carolina Botanical Garden Habitat Gardens Curator Chris Liloia and Director of Communications and Visitor Experience Jennifer Peterson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 9. They discussed the American Columbo, a rare plant native to the mountains of North Carolina that only blooms once in its 9 year life. One is in bloom currently at the North Carolina Botanical Garden. They also discussed upcoming events at the garden and more.

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