For anyone captivated by the simple beauty of nature or intrigued by the stories plants tell, the flowering dogwood holds a special appeal. Read on to discover why North Carolina chose this tree ...

Some trees offer colorful flowers that are filled with tasty ... shade and make sure the soil is kept moist. According to North Carolina State University, red buckeyes can withstand full sun ...

The old growth forests of Western North Carolina took a beating from Hurricane Helene. Now they've lost a bid for federal protection. This worries advocates that the forests could soon vanish.