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Welcome to the NC Cooperative Extension and NHC Arboretum
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our county’s residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Extension Agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to New Hanover County citizens.
Gardens open daily from 8am-5pm and no admission fee. Admin office open weekdays from 10am-2pm. The Plant Clinic and Gift Shop are closed at this time.
The Arboretum is a unique, 7-acre park with FREE admission, in the heart of New Hanover County where homeowners can see the variety of plants that grow in our coastal area as well as emerging trends in plant material. Cooperative Extension’s “horticulture laboratory”, the Arboretum has a very knowledgeable staff and many volunteers working to make the gardens beautiful and educational.
Come out and discover what makes us so extraordinary! The Arboretum is open to the public and is FREE!
Tidewater Camellia Club, is offering a free workshop to learn how to propogate Camellias using #airlayering on February 27th 11am @ NHC Arboretum
Masks are required and all pandemic guidelines including social distancing will be adhered to. Limited to 14 participants. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/136700202987
Looking to join a great team? Brunswick County Cooperative Extension office is looking for a Support Specialist. Click on the link to view the job description.
The COSS Support Specialist is a member of the staff of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension (NCCE). The Support Specialist’s primary responsibility is to provide support to the Extension staff where assigned. The Support Specialist cooperates with colleagues in the NCCE and county leaders in ...
If you're trying to reduce food waste in 2021, making your very own vegetable stock can keep you on track. Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less shared this recipe from our Med Instead of Meds program.
If you're trying to reduce food waste in 2021, making your very own vegetable stock can keep you on track. Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less shared this recipe from our Med Instead of Meds program.
Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 at 6:00pm
The Mediterranean-style diet has been recognized as a research-based eating pattern that promotes health & decreases the risk of many chronic diseases. Want to eat the Med way, but not sure where to start? Join us on Wednesdays at 2:00 pm starting Feb 3rd https://t.co/0dpnz7KzX3
Tuesday, January 26th, 2021 at 3:48pm
Tidewater Camellia Club, is offering a free workshop to learn how to propagate Camellias using #airlayering on 2/27 11am here at the arboretum.
Masks are required & all pandemic guidelines including social distancing will be adhered to. Sign up here: https://t.co/yq3W9n7hpt
Wednesday, January 20th, 2021 at 5:54pm
Calling all tree lovers! The Alliance for Cape Fear Trees needs volunteers for two upcoming tree plantings on January 29 & February 6. The goal is to plant 1739 trees by Fall 2021. Let’s help them reach their goal! https://t.co/ISuKAdjtWu
Thursday, May 9th, 2019 at 2:16pm
The grounds will close at 4pm today for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause but invite you to visit this weekend, and be sure to visit the Rose Garden!
Monday, May 6th, 2019 at 10:04am
Mother’s Day is May 12th, need a gift? If so, we’ve got the perfect gift your mother will simply love right here at our Arboretum Gift Shop. Many new items have recently arrived just in time for... https://t.co/VdH2gYeRGu
Monday, April 29th, 2019 at 2:00pm
Thank you to everyone that has shown an interest in attending these classes but at this time Registration is Closed as the class is full.
