Lawn & Garden

Cultivating a Greener NHC

Our Lawn & Garden program is dedicated to helping New Hanover County residents make informed decisions about gardening, landscaping, and outdoor wellbeing. Whether you are a seasoned professional, a new homeowner, or simply looking to enhance your well-being through nature, we provide expert advice, educational resources, and research-based solutions.

Participants gather in the Native Plant Garden to count local pollinators
Ask Extension

Submit your gardening questions online to an extension professional or Extension Master Gardener volunteer.

Submit Your Question
How to Take a Soil Test

Learn how to collect a soil sample, pick up a free kit at our office, and submit it to the NCDA&CS lab for lime and fertilizer recommendations.

Get Soil Testing Instructions
The Plant Clinic

Free, research-based guidance including plant selection advice, identification of weeds, insects, and plant diseases, and referrals to state labs.

Visit Our Plant Clinic
Therapeutic Horticulture

Supporting well-being and vocational skills through accessible gardening, Therapeutic Horticulture helps empower underserved communities.

About Therapeutic Horticulture
Plant Professional Trainings

At Extension, we support plant professionals in continuing credits for pesticide application & safety, landscaping best practices, and pond management.

Register for Upcoming Trainings
EMG Program

Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers provide unbiased, research-based information that empowers residents to cultivate healthy gardens and landscapes.

About the EMG program
Nature at Home

Learn how to make your yard, garden, or porch a healthy habitat for native plants, birds, butterflies, and other wildlife through this rewarding certification program!

Discover Nature at Home
Gardening Resources

We support homeowners, gardeners, and communities with expert guidance on landscaping, plant selection, and garden accessibility. Connect with local resources here.

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