by Carol Ann McCormick Curatrix, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Herbarium (NCU) On a recent Sunday in October it was chilly in the early morning but the forecast…
Bird-Friendly Landscapes Program Series

This fall and winter, we’re teaming up with the New Hope Bird Alliance to present Bird-Friendly Landscapes, a series of programs and exhibits that explores the intricate links between native…
NatureFest – for families!

Join us on Saturday, October 19 from 1-4 p.m. for NatureFest: a FREE, family-friendly celebration of our native plants and animals! Explore the wonders of nature through fun, hands-on activity…
NCBG Therapeutic Horticulture in Armenia and Poland

We are thrilled to share that Emilee Weaver, our Therapeutic Horticulture Program Manager, has safely returned from her impactful training and consultation trip to Armenia and the Poland-Ukraine border….
Bird-Friendly Landscapes Resources
Our friends at the New Hope Bird Alliance have helped us develop this list of books, videos, and articles about creating bird-friendly gardens. Stay tuned for more! Books Lawns into…
Make an End-of-Year Gift to the North Carolina Botanical Garden

You have an important role in preserving habitat gardens, plant collections, natural areas, and educational programming of the North Carolina Botanical Garden. You still have time to make an end-of-year…
September is a time for reflection

by Emilee Weaver, Therapeutic Horticulture Program Manager Have you ever made New Year’s resolutions and goals for yourself in January and then quickly found yourself halfway through the year,…
Wandering with Whitlow-wort: what do flowers and fingernails have in common?

by Carol Ann McCormick, Curatrix of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Herbarium (NCU) Several years ago Mark and I headed on a road trip as our…
Coker Arbor path construction expected to begin this fall

Beginning in early September, the arbor path along Cameron Avenue at Coker Arboretum will be closed for construction for several months. This phase of the Coker Arbor Renovation Project will create a new path with a gently sloping grade that is fully accessible.
Fall Plant Sale: Fall is for Planting!

Did you know fall is the best time to plant North Carolina’s wonderful native perennials, shrubs, trees, ferns, and grasses in your home garden? Planting in the fall gives time…