NC State Horticulture

Department of Horticultural Science

Horticulture Highlights (previous Highlights):
- The JCRA Cercis (redbud) collection has been approved by the American Public Garden Association (APGA) as a North American Plant Conservation Consortium collection. APGA commented on the comprehensive nature of the collection, its value for research purposes, and was particularly impressed with the unique aspect of an in-house active Cercis breeding program developing new cultivars and contributing to the existing living collection. Visit the arboretum to find out more.
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