Gather and Grow Market Brings 130 Plant Varieties and Local Makers to Smith Mill Works

A celebration of roots, both botanical and communal, took center stage Saturday as the Gather and Grow community plant market brought together plant enthusiasts, local artisans and curious neighbors at Smith Mill Works in the River Arts District.The market showcased more than 130 plant varieties alongside handcrafted goods from local makers, weaving together the region's deep affection for the natural world with the creative energy that has long defined Western North Carolina's cultural landscap