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Planting Intentions: The Therapeutic Power of the Growing Season

Published - April 1, 2026 Read
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Cultivating Resilience: Young Adult Mental Health

Published - March 2, 2026 Read
By Amy Bruzzichesi

Feathered Friends in the Therapeutic Garden

Published - February 2, 2026 Read

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Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture: Register Now for April!

Published - January 19, 2026

By Amy Bruzzichesi
Cultivating Indoor Calm: Houseplants for Winter Wellness

Published - January 5, 2026

By Amy Bruzzichesi
Books About the People-Plant Connection

Published - December 1, 2025

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Register for the 2026 Gardens, Lawns & Landscapes Classes

Published - November 21, 2025

From: Extension Gardener
By Amy Bruzzichesi
Register Now for TH2: Program Development

Published - November 10, 2025

By Amy Bruzzichesi
Reconnecting Through Roots

Published - November 3, 2025

Courtesy of Greg Stivland
Program Spotlight: Exceptional Gardeners in Durham Public Schools

Published - October 6, 2025

Courtesy of Wingate University
Professional Development Event: Union County

Published - September 10, 2025

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Microgreens for Macro-Satisfaction

Published - April 6, 2026

From: Extension Gardener
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Learn more and get involved with the Great Southeast Pollinator Census in NC in 2026

Published - April 6, 2026

From: Extension Gardener
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Winter Weather Impacts, Round 2

Published - January 30, 2026

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
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PDIC Adverse Weather Closure

Published - January 23, 2026

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
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From the Mountains to the Sea: the Great Southeast Pollinator Census is a success in 2025

Published - January 6, 2026

From: Extension Gardener
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Yellow-Legged Hornet Nest Found in South Carolina Near Charlotte

Published - December 15, 2025

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
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Clinic Holiday Closings (Late 2025 - Early 2026)

Published - November 26, 2025

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
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Plants for Fairy Gardens

Published - November 21, 2025

From: Extension Gardener
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Out-of-State Samples Now Being Accepted

Published - October 14, 2025

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
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Event Announcement: PDIC Open House

Published - September 16, 2025

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
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