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Solidago rugosa 'Fireworks' at the Brunswick Botanical Garden. Photo courtesy of Amy Mead

The Autumn Gold Rush: Welcoming Goldenrod to the Garden

After a long, hot summer, the first hints of fall weather are a welcome relief to me and many gardeners. I'm finally getting a chance to tackle my backyard which has suffered through drought and…

Gabriella de Souza giving a presentation.

Gardening Foundations: A Nine-Week Course for Home Gardeners

Whether you're just getting started or looking to deepen your understanding of plants and landscapes, Gardening Foundations offers research-based horticultural education in a flexible, accessible…

A view of the Plant Sale at the NHC Arboretum 2025

2026 Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association Plant Sale

Join us at the New Hanover County Arboretum for our 39th Annual Plant Sale! Open from April 16 to 19, you can shop a huge inventory of over 8,000 high-quality plants grown on-site by our Extension…

Extension Master Gardeners and volunteers work to plant a berm at Haven Place community. Photo courtesy of Amy Mead

Roots in the Community: Extension Volunteers Cultivate Knowledge and Connection

On a chilly morning in December, volunteers and homeowners gathered in the brand-new neighborhood of Haven Place, a 35-home community along Castle Hayne Road. Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity, in…

Trifoliate Orange - Gabriella de Souza

First & Last Frost Dates Are Drifting—What Does It Mean for Gardeners?

Gardeners in North Carolina typically plan their gardens around two key dates: the last spring freeze and the first fall freeze. In New Hanover County, the distance between those dates has subtly but…

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Gardening & Community Resources

Explore these reliable, research-backed resources to enhance your gardening skills, engage with community programs, and find opportunities to participate in horticulture and environmental…

A parasitoid wasp, possibly Pteromalidae, reared from an infestation of crape myrtle bark scale (Eriococcus lagerstroemiae) Photo credit Helena Jolly (1)

Parasitoids: Unsung Garden Heroes

What comes to mind when you think of beneficial insects in your yard? Observant gardeners will often name one of the voracious predators of other insects. These include generalist predators such as…

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Early Care & Education

Discover resources to support nature-based activities for families, childcare providers, and early childhood professionals. Nature is a powerful tool for engagement, sparking a child's natural…

Group of adults and children standing outdoors in a wooded park clearing

4-H Envirothon Club Wins 1st Place at Coastal Envirothon Contest

written by: 4-H Envirothon Club Leader Hannah Bell The 4-H Envirothon Club members competed in the Coastal Envirothon on March 14th at Cool Springs Environmental Education Center. The 4-H Envirothon…

Kitchen Scraps, Celery, Spring onions in windowsill

Eat & Repeat: Kitchen Scrap Gardens

Are you eager to start planting your garden, but don’t have any seeds on hand? Look no further than your kitchen scraps! It is as simple as placing the root end of the vegetable or herb in a dish…