NC State Horticulture

Department of Horticultural Science

Horticulture Highlights (previous Highlights):
- Floriculture is an important part of North Carolina agriculture. The commercial floriculture web site provides information on all aspects of this crop / commodity area. The web site is coordinated by Brian Whipker, with input from the floriculture faculty and staff.
New and Interesting Additions to the Website

Departmental Mission Statement
- The mission of the Department of Horticultural Science is to provide innovative teaching, research, and outreach in the art and science of horticulture. These programs encompass the basic biology, ecology, production and utilization of horticultural products including fruits, vegetables, flowers, and landscape plants.
- The major goal of the department is to meet the ever changing challenges of a highly competitive and technological world through constant evaluation and adjustment of its programs and positions. The Department of Horticultural Science serves the people of the state, country and world within the concept of the Land Grant mission upon which North Carolina State University was founded.
- The Department of Horticultural Science is working to build a community that is inclusive and welcoming to all people, including those with disabilities.
Departmental Contact Information (campus map)
- Dr. Julia Kornegay, Head
- Department of Horticultural Science, 120 Kilgore Hall
- Box 7609 (corner of Hillsborough Street and Brooks Avenue)
- North Carolina State University
- Raleigh, NC 27695-7609
Shipping Address (for UPS, Federal Express, etc)
- Department of Horticultural Science
- 2721 Founders Drive
- Raleigh, NC 27607