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Beyond Access: A Celebration of Adaptability

July is Disability Pride Month, a time to honor the history, achievements, and experiences of people with disabilities. In the field of therapeutic horticulture (TH), this month offers us a profound…

Young Man Planting at Bullington Gardens

TH2: Program Development

TH2: Program Development is the second in a four-course series of online courses that form the Certificate in Therapeutic Horticulture, offered in partnership with NC Extension Therapeutic…

Floral herbs float in a cup of tea.

Herbal Teas: A Taste of Wellness

As therapeutic horticulture (TH) facilitators, we frequently rely on the visual, olfactory, and tactile elements of the garden. However, incorporating the gustatory sense—the act of tasting—unlocks a…

Young person with watering can watering plants in a bright window

Cultivating Resilience: Young Adult Mental Health

By Amy Bruzzichesi

Feathered Friends in the Therapeutic Garden

Therapeutic horticulture gardens are special places designed to promote healing and well-being through engagement with nature. While we often focus on the plants and the direct interaction…

Middle school gardener watering in native plant seedlings

Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture: Register Now for August!

Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture (TH1) welcomes learners into the August 2026 online non-credit course August 31 - October 11, 2026 in partnership with the North Carolina Botanical Garden.…

By Amy Bruzzichesi

Cultivating Indoor Calm: Houseplants for Winter Wellness

A Living Bridge Through the Winter Months For therapeutic horticulture (TH) facilitators, the changing seasons can present unique challenges. When the outdoor garden freezes or becomes inaccessible,…

By Amy Bruzzichesi

Books About the People-Plant Connection

December is a perfect time to "bookend" the gardening year with some reading to grow our minds after the outdoor growing season has come to a close. After you've put your garden to bed, here are a…

By Amy Bruzzichesi

Register Now for TH2: Program Development

Register Now! This is the second course in a four-course series of online, self-paced Therapeutic Horticulture courses, beginning February 16, 2026. Complete all four online courses to earn a…

By Amy Bruzzichesi

Reconnecting Through Roots

How Therapeutic Horticulture Benefits Those with Cognitive Loss Cognitive loss, whether due to Alzheimer's, dementia, or other conditions, can create a profound sense of isolation and disorientation.…