NC State Horticulture

Department of Horticultural Science

Horticulture Highlights (previous Highlights):
- The JC Raulston Arboretum is a nationally acclaimed garden with the most diverse collection of plants adapted for landscape use in the southeastern United States. Plants especially adapted to Piedmont North Carolina conditions are collected and evaluated in an effort to find superior plants for use in southern landscapes.
- There have been major developments at the JC Raulston Arboretum! If you have not visited in a while, even a few months, then it is time to come by.
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