Plant

Plant
Feb 2019
Long-time green thumb, author, and WNC resident Nan K. Chase offers a guide to gardening in the mountains

Feb 2019
Seed Programs International celebrates 20 years of humanitarian aid

Feb 2019
A garden coach can put you on the right path to a beautiful oasis

Dec 2018
Locals, especially, can confirm Western North Carolina holds a wealth of riches. From natural wonders and cultural treasures to splurge-worthy experiences, the indulgences afforded in our mountains are, in many ways, priceless.

Dec 2018
Master one of 2019’s biggest food trends with a vegan cooking class

Oct 2018
The latest from throughout Western North Carolina

Jun 2018
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations

Apr 2018
After decades of neglect, WNC’s most iconic river flows toward a promising future

Apr 2018
Asheville’s Mountain Madre offers a hot take on a summer cocktail

Apr 2018
An Insider's Guide to Charleston's Lowcountry leisure

Feb 2018
Fox Den Loop at Lake James State Park

Feb 2018
Spring into the season with plant sales and garden events aplenty

Feb 2018
Meet the nearly invisible (and nearly indestructible) tardigrade

Feb 2018
Long valued by the Cherokee, this wild leafy green has lots to offer

Feb 2018
Two Henderson County brothers are rocking the plant world

Dec 2017
When wildflowers dot the greening landscape and rushing rivers flow cold from snow melt, take in the beauty of springtime in the mountains with activities for the whole family

Aug 2017
From rugs to purses, Alexander Wyly Smith’s textile designs reach retail markets worldwide

Apr 2017
Dive deep into the mountains’ greatest chasms

Feb 2017
Proper serves basic Southern staples using simple, fresh ingredients

Feb 2017
A flower boutique owner’s home grows greener by the day

Feb 2017
Celebrate our anniversary with top 10 lists of local albums, books, fishing spots, movies, restaurants, and more

Feb 2017
Unique farm to mug blends

Dec 2016
When you need a healthy meal on the go, these 10 eateries satisfy

Aug 2016
Celebrate—and help preserve—monarch butterflies during their annual migration through WNC

Feb 2016
In preparation for the 50th National Dahlia Show, three enthusiastic gardeners share their passion and pointers for growing the empress of blooming beauties

Feb 2016
Celia Barbieri, aka The Button Florist, creates blooms that last a lifetime

Feb 2016
Seed libraries cultivate home gardeners and wholesome food

Oct 2015
No Evil Foods is saving the world, one plant-based “sausage” at a time

Oct 2015
For decades, Boone was the capitol of North Carolina-made sauerkraut

Jul 2015
While remaining true to its past, the world-renowned Penland School of Crafts never stops exploring the reaches of contemporary art

Jul 2015
Whether or not they fight for the title in the WNC Battle of the Burger, these joints are worth a visit

Apr 2015
Bike parts maker Cane Creek Cycling Components keeps manufacturing on track in the mountains

Apr 2015
A new guide to area waterfalls and wildflowers

Mar 2015
For Asheville textile artist Barbara Zaretsky, ancient dying techniques enliven modern designs

Mar 2015
Safeguard wild lands & trails

Feb 2015
The newest blooms showcase sustainability at the Biltmore International Rose Trials

Dec 2014
Explore the healing power of plants through three pioneers in the field of herbal remedies

Dec 2014
Power up anywhere, anytime with these locally made energy bars