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A Tale of Two Gardens

horticulture

Young woman in garden smiling

Apr 25, 2023

Interdisciplinary Garden Bridges Engineering, Food Security

Graduate student Jasmine Gibson is leading the transformation of a grassy patch next to the D.S. Weaver Laboratories into an active, educational space that promotes urban horticulture and farming practices. 
a headshot of Andrew Quate

Sep 5, 2022

Andrew Quate: Engaging Horticulture Experiences

Andrew Quate, a junior in the Department of Horticultural Science, shares some of his formative connections and experiences in CALS, including his summer internship. 
NC State Extension blueberries

Jun 21, 2022

The Meteoric Rise of North Carolina Blueberries

The past, present and future of North Carolina's blueberry crop. 
a garden with many flowers

Apr 18, 2022

A CALS Guide to Spring Planting for Summer Blooms

Here’s a guide to help you decide what flowers to plant this spring to ensure beautiful summer blooms and foliage! 
Plates of different varieties of hot peppers

Oct 12, 2021

The Art of Blue Ribbon Produce: Putting Your Best Plate Forward

Quality, consistency, and presentation are the three most important factors for contestants hoping to take home an award for their produce at the North Carolina State Fair’s horticulture competition. 
Man sitting among pots of colorful flowers

Apr 30, 2021

Graduating Senior Strives for ‘Bigger and Better Things’

NC State offered horticultural science undergrad Luke Owen opportunities for travel, professional development and leadership. Ultimately, he hopes to use what he’s learned to help others pursue better lives. 
Man and boy pose with a giant jack-o'-lantern.

Oct 5, 2020

Growing Giants

Listen in as three North Carolinians describe the art, the science and the fun of growing giants. 
Hands making wolfpack sign

May 20, 2020

Goodnight Scholars to Join CALS

Four new students will explore their interests in biochemistry, sustainable agriculture, plant biology and horticulture, with support from a full-tuition scholarship. 
flowers near the NC State Memorial Belltower

Jan 15, 2019

CALS Alum and Professor Recognized for Nursery Industry Impacts

Two horticulturists with ties to NC State are honored for ways they've helped enhance the Southern nursery industry. 
Students learn about composting from a Master Gardener volunteer.

Aug 25, 2017

A Tale of Two Gardens

Research-based knowledge, creativity, hard work and enthusiasm come together in county Cooperative Extension demonstration gardens throughout North Carolina. This is the tale of two of those many gardens and how they serve their communities.