How Plants Respond to Their Environment
Explore plant biology through a close look at how hormones shape growth, movement, and responses to environmental stress. Learn how plants adapt to changing conditions in this science-focused session.
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Plant Ecology
MoreExplore how plants interact with one another and with fungi, insects, and other organisms, building a deeper understanding of ecological relationships and the living systems around us.
Explore how plants interact with one another and with fungi, insects, and other organisms, building a deeper understanding of ecological relationships and the living systems around us.
Explore how plants interact with one another and with fungi, insects, and other organisms, building a deeper understanding of ecological relationships and the living systems around us.
Explore thoughtful tree choices for a changing climate and the landscape reshaped by Helene. This indoor and outdoor class connects resilient planting decisions with long-term care for Asheville’s trees.
Explore thoughtful tree choices for a changing climate and the landscape reshaped by Helene. This indoor and outdoor class connects resilient planting decisions with long-term care for Asheville’s trees.
Explore thoughtful tree choices for a changing climate and the landscape reshaped by Helene. This indoor and outdoor class connects resilient planting decisions with long-term care for Asheville’s trees.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Explore soil composition, organic matter, soil sampling, and test interpretation through practical guidance for improving growing conditions. Learn how healthier soil supports stronger crops and productive gardens.
Explore soil composition, organic matter, soil sampling, and test interpretation through practical guidance for improving growing conditions. Learn how healthier soil supports stronger crops and productive gardens.
Explore soil composition, organic matter, soil sampling, and test interpretation through practical guidance for improving growing conditions. Learn how healthier soil supports stronger crops and productive gardens.
Shape iris, daylily, and grasses into a coiled vessel in a hands-on basketry workshop. Explore traditional coiling techniques using plant materials harvested from cultivated gardens and wild places.
Shape iris, daylily, and grasses into a coiled vessel in a hands-on basketry workshop. Explore traditional coiling techniques using plant materials harvested from cultivated gardens and wild places.
Shape iris, daylily, and grasses into a coiled vessel in a hands-on basketry workshop. Explore traditional coiling techniques using plant materials harvested from cultivated gardens and wild places.
Explore woodland trails in small groups with trained volunteer guides, learning to identify wildflowers, trees, and plants while discovering seasonal forest types and local natural history.
Explore woodland trails in small groups with trained volunteer guides, learning to identify wildflowers, trees, and plants while discovering seasonal forest types and local natural history.
Explore woodland trails in small groups with trained volunteer guides, learning to identify wildflowers, trees, and plants while discovering seasonal forest types and local natural history.
Educators build practical skills for designing environmental education programs grounded in North Carolina Essential Standards. The workshop supports curriculum planning and standards-aligned instruction for nature and science learning.
Educators build practical skills for designing environmental education programs grounded in North Carolina Essential Standards. The workshop supports curriculum planning and standards-aligned instruction for nature and science learning.
Educators build practical skills for designing environmental education programs grounded in North Carolina Essential Standards. The workshop supports curriculum planning and standards-aligned instruction for nature and science learning.
Explore why successful rose gardens take shape during winter, with thoughtful planning during the quiet season laying the groundwork for spring growth and a thriving garden.
Explore why successful rose gardens take shape during winter, with thoughtful planning during the quiet season laying the groundwork for spring growth and a thriving garden.
Explore why successful rose gardens take shape during winter, with thoughtful planning during the quiet season laying the groundwork for spring growth and a thriving garden.
Trace watershed processes along the Davidson River, examining stream order, flow and flood indicators, cut banks, point bars, and flood channels in a hands-on Blue Ridge field study.
Trace watershed processes along the Davidson River, examining stream order, flow and flood indicators, cut banks, point bars, and flood channels in a hands-on Blue Ridge field study.
Trace watershed processes along the Davidson River, examining stream order, flow and flood indicators, cut banks, point bars, and flood channels in a hands-on Blue Ridge field study.
Explore Arboretum trails with staff naturalists, observing flora, fauna, and intriguing natural phenomena. This guided outdoor learning walk invites curious participants to notice ecological details and ask questions.
Explore Arboretum trails with staff naturalists, observing flora, fauna, and intriguing natural phenomena. This guided outdoor learning walk invites curious participants to notice ecological details and ask questions.
Explore Arboretum trails with staff naturalists, observing flora, fauna, and intriguing natural phenomena. This guided outdoor learning walk invites curious participants to notice ecological details and ask questions.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Explore zine history and observation as a creative practice, then assemble a handmade nature zine with varied materials. This tactile workshop blends field-inspired noticing, independent publishing, and visual storytelling.
Explore zine history and observation as a creative practice, then assemble a handmade nature zine with varied materials. This tactile workshop blends field-inspired noticing, independent publishing, and visual storytelling.
Explore zine history and observation as a creative practice, then assemble a handmade nature zine with varied materials. This tactile workshop blends field-inspired noticing, independent publishing, and visual storytelling.
Hands-on field instruction in identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, with practical tips for safe harvesting, seasonal ecology, and ethical collecting. Expect a walk-and-learn format with guided observation and discussion in the outdoors.
Hands-on field instruction in identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, with practical tips for safe harvesting, seasonal ecology, and ethical collecting. Expect a walk-and-learn format with guided observation and discussion in the outdoors.
Hands-on field instruction in identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, with practical tips for safe harvesting, seasonal ecology, and ethical collecting. Expect a walk-and-learn format with guided observation and discussion in the outdoors.
Practical gardening class tackles common landscape challenges, including erosion control, shade-loving groundcovers, and steep bank planting. Novice and experienced gardeners can explore solutions shaped by local questions and growing conditions.
Practical gardening class tackles common landscape challenges, including erosion control, shade-loving groundcovers, and steep bank planting. Novice and experienced gardeners can explore solutions shaped by local questions and growing conditions.
Practical gardening class tackles common landscape challenges, including erosion control, shade-loving groundcovers, and steep bank planting. Novice and experienced gardeners can explore solutions shaped by local questions and growing conditions.
Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.
Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.
Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.
Practical gardening advice tackles erosion control, shade groundcovers, and steep bank challenges through questions raised by local gardeners. Novice and experienced growers can explore solutions suited to Western North Carolina gardens.
Practical gardening advice tackles erosion control, shade groundcovers, and steep bank challenges through questions raised by local gardeners. Novice and experienced growers can explore solutions suited to Western North Carolina gardens.
Practical gardening advice tackles erosion control, shade groundcovers, and steep bank challenges through questions raised by local gardeners. Novice and experienced growers can explore solutions suited to Western North Carolina gardens.
Slow, mindful wandering in the Blue Ridge Mountains invites nature connection and reflection on the wisdom of the Winter Solstice. An immersive afternoon retreat centered on seasonal awareness and time outdoors.
Slow, mindful wandering in the Blue Ridge Mountains invites nature connection and reflection on the wisdom of the Winter Solstice. An immersive afternoon retreat centered on seasonal awareness and time outdoors.
Slow, mindful wandering in the Blue Ridge Mountains invites nature connection and reflection on the wisdom of the Winter Solstice. An immersive afternoon retreat centered on seasonal awareness and time outdoors.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.
Annual gathering connecting North Carolina medicinal herb growers with buyers for relationship-building and industry exchange. Held at a horticultural research and extension center, with an agriculture-focused, professional meetup vibe centered on cultivation and sourcing.
Annual gathering connecting North Carolina medicinal herb growers with buyers for relationship-building and industry exchange. Held at a horticultural research and extension center, with an agriculture-focused, professional meetup vibe centered on cultivation and sourcing.
Annual gathering connecting North Carolina medicinal herb growers with buyers for relationship-building and industry exchange. Held at a horticultural research and extension center, with an agriculture-focused, professional meetup vibe centered on cultivation and sourcing.