Horticultural Therapy Posts
Starting in mid-August, we will offer a six-week, online Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture class in partnership with NC State Extension Gardener. The Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture course is the first in an intended series of online courses that teach the theory, practice, and profession of therapeutic horticulture. Students will gain an overview of historical uses…
“I came to the farm in the spring of 2015….I took to it right away and still feel a sense of relief when I arrive. Horticulture Therapy became a big part of my life when I was really struggling with my mental illness. It gave me a purpose and a place to retreat.”—Client, Horticultural Therapy…
by Abby Zaleski, Communications Student The Horticultural Therapy program at the North Carolina Botanical Garden has a mission to promote health and well-being of people through positive interactions with plants and nature. Led by horticultural therapist Sally Haskett, this program benefits people of all ages and backgrounds, giving them support to get through the daily…