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Edible Petals

Creative concoctions made with fresh flowers give us five ways to enjoy a taste of spring.

by Emily Wallace
Guides

This Weekend in North Carolina: May 4-6

The perfect weekend to spring into May — festivals, concerts, and plenty of outdoor activities for everyone.

by Our State Staff
Living in North Carolina

The Scent of Rain

Sure, these April showers bring May flowers, but they also unlock the year’s first whiff of spring.

by Eleanor Spicer Rice
Photo Essay: An Abundace of Azaleas
Home & Garden

Spring in North Carolina Brings an Abundance of Azaleas

Springtime finds North Carolina in full bloom. Mountains to coast, in suburban yards and along remote trails, the azalea — perhaps more than any other native plant — brings Southern charm wherever it grows.

by Our State Staff
Home & Garden

7 Tips for Planting a Bee-Friendly Garden in North Carolina

As you begin your spring gardening, remember the bees! These seven ideas will help protect the pollinators in your yard.

by Jodi Helmer
Roasted Asparagus with Chives and Hollandaise Recipe
Recipes

Roasted Asparagus with Chives and Hollandaise

Add a little green to your table with in-season asparagus, dressed with zesty Hollandaise sauce and fresh herbs.

by Lynn Wells
8 Things You May Not Know About Our State Flower
Features

8 Things You May Not Know About Our State Flower

North Carolinians know it’s not really spring until the dogwoods bloom — it's a symbol that always seems to arrive just in time to celebrate the season.

by Jeremy Markovich
A Springtime Guide to Winston-Salem
Central

A Springtime Guide to Winston-Salem

There’s no shortage of fun in the Twin City. As the weather warms up, you have your options of things to do, and our visitor's itinerary will tell you what’s new and can’t be missed this spring.

by Katie Quine
Redbud Flowers Are a Showstopping Sign of Spring
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Redbud Flowers Are a Showstopping Sign of Spring

Magenta redbud blooms dot the woods in early spring, building to a crescendo of pink blossoms.

by T. Edward Nickens
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