Piedmont Prairies

JC Raulston Arboretum, Ruby C. McSwain Education Center

Take a deep dive into learning what it takes to create a successful Piedmont prairie. Join us for an afternoon of learning about our area’s past flora and fauna as well as how we can incorporate this type of ecosystem […]

Winter Symposium: “Tossing the Turf”

JC Raulston Arboretum, Ruby C. McSwain Education Center – York Auditorium

It’s time to toss the turf in your home landscape and create a beautiful alternative to the labor-intensive green patch occupying your yard. This morning program, offered in person and online, will feature speakers Preston Montague, Mike Richardson and Mark […]

Spend a Day at State!

Patterson Hall 2501 Founders Drive, Raleigh, NC, United States

Participating High school Juniors, Seniors and Transfer students have the opportunity to Spend a Day at State and learn more about the College of Agriculture and Life Science and the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences! The visit includes a […]

Free

What’s in a Name: Plant Classification for the Home Gardener

JC Raulston Arboretum, Ruby C. McSwain Education Center

Take your knowledge to the next level in this eight-session course. Plant classification or identification can be tricky, but it’s not impossible. Join NC State’s own Bryce Lane to learn about plant classification so you are better equipped to select and […]

Flourish

Campus Health, 2301

Flourish is a collaboration between Prevention Services and the Department of Horticulture Science that developed from evidence-based research surrounding the benefits of horticulture therapy. Facilitates student wellness connections.Promotes physical and mental wellness, social skills and emotional growth.Provides experiential and educational […]