The newly planted NC State Horticulture Showcase garden features plants bred by NC State Professor Dr. Tom Ranney.

From Lab to Landscape: New Showcase Garden at the Arboretum

Published - May 15, 2026 Read
Gabriella de Souza giving a presentation.

Gardening Foundations: A Nine-Week Course for Home Gardeners

Published - June 18, 2026 Read
Group Participants gain vocational and coordination skills during propagation session

How Twenty Years in New Hanover’s Living Laboratory Shaped My Journey

Published - June 12, 2026 Read

News From New Hanover County Center

Chicks from the embryology enrichment program in New Hanover County
Growing Agriculture Connections, One Chick at a Time

Published - June 2, 2026

NHC EMG volunteers working a welcome table at the 2026 Native Garden Tours
Cape Fear Native Plant Festival 2026

Published - May 29, 2026

Native Venus Flytrap
Celebrate 75 Years of Natives

Published - May 29, 2026

Youth planting flowers at the Arboretum.
More Than a Camp: NHC 4-H Summer Fun

Published - May 22, 2026

Traditional Blueberry Monoculture as seen at the Castel Hayne Crops Research Station
From Row Crops to Food Forests: What Sciences Says About Agriculture and Permaculture

Published - May 7, 2026

Samantha Byrd teaching group in greenhouse
Welcoming New Staff Members to NHC Extension

Published - May 4, 2026

Pink and White Azaleas at the NHC Arboretum
Pruning for Personal Growth

Published - April 24, 2026

Millstone 4-H Camp - 3 Girls Smiling
2026 Summer Fun Program Line-Up

Published - April 20, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Mastering the Arts: 4-H Summer Fun Tuesday | Jun 23 | 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Jr. Master Gardener Camp: 4-H Summer Fun Wednesday | Jun 24 | 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Jr. Master Gardener Camp: 4-H Summer Fun Thursday | Jun 25 | 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Japanese Star Festival - Tanabata (七夕) Register with Eventbrite Friday | Jun 26 | 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403
4-H Leadership Boot Camp - Session One Monday | Jun 29 | 4:00 PM — 5:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
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News From NC State Extension

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Center Update: Organic Matter Measurement and Management on Sand-Based Putting Greens

Published - June 17, 2026

From: TurfFiles
Flyer with information on upcoming therapeutic horticulture course
Register NOW for TH3: Accommodating Diverse Populations!

Published - June 17, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
A microphone in front of green foliage
Midweek with Therapeutic Horticulture

Published - June 16, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
Phytophthora crown rot on pepper
Veggie disease update, 6/15

Published - June 12, 2026

From: Vegetable Production
cows grazing stockpiled tall fescue
Franklin County Five-County Beef Tour Features Grassland Partnership Participants

Published - June 10, 2026

From: Forages
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Breathing It All In: The Power of Scent

Published - June 10, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
Educator helps a mother use AI and online tools during a family health crisis.
Using AI to Support a Mother During a Family Health Crisis

Published - June 9, 2026

From: Community Development
Resident creates a 53rd wedding anniversary card with digital tools.
AI Skills Help Create a Personal Anniversary Gift

Published - June 9, 2026

From: Community Development
Senior learners explore advanced AI skills together in a supportive class.
Older Adults Become Advanced AI Learners

Published - June 9, 2026

From: Community Development
Resident gets job search support using AI, Google Workspace, and digital tools.
AI Supports Workforce Recovery After Job Loss

Published - June 9, 2026

From: Community Development
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