News & Updates
Center for Plant Conservation Annual Meeting
In May, Kelly Holdbrooks attended the Center for Plant Conservation annual meeting held in Austin, Texas and hosted by the Lady Bird...
Gardening Corner – Spring 2026
Spring is an excellent time to establish native plants. In a typical spring season, the soil moisture is high and the temperatures are...
Gardeners Corner
Winter in the Southern Appalachian Mountains is a season of rest on the surface—but beneath the quiet, the landscape is still very much alive. At Southern Highlands...
For the Birds
Winter in the Southern Appalachian Mountains represents a period of ecological constraint for resident and short‑distance migratory bird species. At elevations like...
Winter Soil Care
The Southern Appalachian Mountains are home to rich biodiversity and unique soils shaped by centuries of forest ecology. For home gardeners, understanding and caring...
2025 Volunteer of the Year
Volunteers play a critical role in helping us achieve our mission at Southern Highlands Reserve, and our program has grown significantly in scope and numbers since its...
Letter from the Executive Director
Dear Friends, As winter settles over the Southern Appalachian Mountains, Southern Highlands Reserve enters one of its most quietly powerful seasons. The forest canopy...
AGPA Regional Learning Series at SHR
On October 3, the American Public Gardens Association Regional Learning Series brought together horticulture professionals and native plant enthusiasts for a day in...
Investing in the Ecosystem
SHR at the 2025 Outdoor Economy Conference This September, Executive Director Kelly Holdbrooks attended the 6th Annual Outdoor Economy Conference in Cherokee, NC—an...