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The Community Garden at 5401 North

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A vibrant community garden in Raleigh featuring a butterfly, herb, and kids’ garden, ideal for neighbors to connect and cultivate nature together.

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The Community Garden at 5401 North

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Explore The Community Garden at 5401 North—family-friendly with herb, butterfly, and kid gardens. Open 24/7 for neighbor meetups and outdoor fun.

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The Community Garden at 5401 North in Raleigh offers a welcoming green space with a share shed, butterfly and herb gardens, and a kid’s garden filled with vegetables, flowers, a fairy garden, and sandbox. It’s perfect for families and neighbors to relax, interact, and grow together.

What to Expect:

    🌿 Diverse garden areas including a butterfly and herb garden
    👩‍🌾 Share shed for community use
    🧒 Kid-friendly spaces with sandbox and fairy garden
    🤝 Friendly environment ideal for connecting with neighbors

Important Information:

    – Open 24 hours daily
    – Free public access
    – Family-friendly setting
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📍 Local Insights

🌞 Visit in Late Afternoon: Late afternoons see peak activity and a lively garden atmosphere, perfect for social visits.

🐝 Butterfly Garden Highlights: Don’t miss the flourishing butterfly garden, a favorite spot for nature lovers and photographers.

🧒 Bring Kids for Play: The kid’s garden with sandbox and fairy garden is perfect for children to explore and enjoy.

🌿 Community Share Shed: Utilize the share shed resources to engage more deeply with local gardening efforts.

⏰ Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

👉 Best For

Families, nature lovers, community gatherings

The Community Garden at 5401 North

Raleigh, NC 27616
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Raleigh
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NC
27616

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors consistently praise the garden’s welcoming atmosphere and variety of garden areas, highlighting it as an excellent neighborhood spot for families and community gatherings. No serious negatives are reported.
Last updated on
December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Share Shed; Butterfly Garden; Herb Garden; Kids Garden; Vegetables; Flowers; Sandbox; Fairy Garden; Outdoor Space; Family-Friendly

📆 Best Times to Visit

Late afternoon hours see the busiest garden activity; mornings are quieter for peaceful visits. Weekends are lively for family visits.
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