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Venus Flytraps in Wilmington

Venus Flytrap Dormancy

If you've ever grown a Venus flytrap and watched in horror as it turned black and shriveled up come November, you're not alone. Here's the good news: it probably hasn't. It's entering a dormancy…

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Plant Systematics Course Series for Enthusiasts & Pros

Registration opens February 4, 2026Ready to take your plant identification skills to the next level? N.C. Cooperative Extension in New Hanover County is offering a four-part Plant Systematics Course…

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Native Trees, Shrubs, and Grasses for Urban Coastal Landscapes

There are many challenges to planting in residential and urban spaces in Coastal North Carolina. Compacted soil, drought, and poor plant selection can lead to short life spans for newly installed…

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Erosion Control

Preventing erosion on a slope using plants is an effective and environmentally friendly approach to stabilizing soil. Native plants are especially well-suited to the local climate and soil…

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Invasives to Avoid This Summer and What to Plant Instead

Did you know warmer temperatures can speed up biological processes, leading to rapid growth in plants and animals alike? This explains why your garden seems to explode with growth during the summer…

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Garden Resolutions for 2025: Growing a Greener Future

The start of a new year brings the promise of fresh beginnings, and for gardeners, it’s the perfect time to make resolutions that nurture not only our plants but also the planet. Sustainable…

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Tadpoles at the NC Cooperative Extension Office

New Hanover County 4-H is demoing a potential School Enrichment Program this spring. Stop by the New Hanover County Arboretum and N.C. Cooperative Extension Center in the administration building to…

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Spring Garden Sustainability

As the weather continues to warm up and the days get longer, people begin to emerge from their winter hibernation and step out into their gardens once again. This year, when preparing your garden for…