Soft & Quiet: A Dreamy Moss Garden in North Carolina
Chris and Sarah Wyne turned a wooded lot into a moss garden that begs for bare feet, with ferns and winding stone paths beneath mature hardwoods
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October Garden Tips: Beauty in the Berry
These hardy native shrubs brighten North Carolina fall gardens with edible purple fruit — perfect for beautyberry jam or syrup
Beware the Name: Scary Sounding Plants and Animals in NC
Don’t be frightened by ghost crabs, devil’s walking stick or witches’ broom — these North Carolina natives aren’t as scary as they sound
Our Unique Beauty: North Carolina’s Landscapes
Tommy Tomlinson reflects on North Carolina’s unique natural beauty and the forests, beaches, marshes and bays that we call home.
Pickin’ Pawpaws: North Carolina’s Forgotten Fruit
These native plants have a delightful taste and plenty of benefits — and the season to find pawpaws is here
Lions, Tigers & Bears
Antlions — also known as doodlebugs — are quirky, ferocious larvae hiding in your North Carolina backyard
Living Giants: Get to Know the Tulip Poplar
These hardy, towering trees with multi-colored flowers are important contributors to North Carolina’s landscape
Give a Hoot! Get to Know NC’s Owl Community
These silent predators add mystery and serenity to the night soundscape — learn about the three species you’re likely to see around Raleigh
Bucks & Does: White-Tailed Deer are Delightful… and Destructive
Once an almost-decimated population in North Carolina, these deer are considered a conservation success — but they can be a nuisance
Natural Wonders at Shelley Lake
With its diversity of wildlife — including a heron rookery and nesting bald eagles — this park inspires legions of avid fans
Masked Bandits: Raccoons are Curious Creatures
These easily recognized wild mammals are ubiquitous in the Piedmont, both in undeveloped lands and urban areas
Turtle-y Awesome: Eastern Box Turtles
This native species is the official amphibian of North Carolina. Each turtle has a shell as distinct as a thumbprint.
A Sprinkle of Yellow From the Northern Spicebush
The deciduous shrub Lindera benzoin is an early-spring delight in the Piedmont when its delicate yellow blooms light up its bare branches.
Trees at Eye Level: How Well Do You Know Your Bark?
It’s easy to identify trees by their leaves — but could you do it without looking up? Take this quiz before your next woodland walk.