Consumer Horticulture
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Collapse ▲Welcome to the Consumer Horticulture Department, N.C. Cooperative Extension, Brunswick County Center!
Here you’ll find links to some of our most-requested topics and resource materials!
Resources for gardening in our Zone 8/Coastal Plain:
What grows well in Brunswick County gardens: Brunswick County Newcom
Or try our North Carolina Extension Gardener Toolbox where you can search for plants, and understand their light, soil, and water needs.
For Coastal Landscapes, check out NC State Sea Grant’s Coastal Landscape Initiative Site: NC Sea Grant-Coastal Landscapes
Click on these links for Drought Tolerant Plants and Salt Tolerant Plants
Curious about stormwater management through the use of rain gardens? See our Rain Garden Handbook for ideas, including plant selections.
Finally, come visit our educational Demonstration Garden! for a great in-person look at what grows well in Brunswick County.
Soil Test First!
Soil testing is a must for ascertaining the appropriate pH and soil nutrients for your turf and other garden plantings: Soil Testing Information
Lawn/Turf Information
No Cool Season Grasses here! Warm Season Turfgrass Information including maintenance calendars tailored to Brunswick County.
Integrated Pest Management
Before grabbing a chemical, it’s important to understand an integrated approach to pest management. Pest Management Basics
Read these informational fact sheets and chemical listings before applying any insecticide, fungicide, or herbicide! Pesticide Fact Sheets
All about Trees!
NC Urban Forest Council: Tree Care Information
Trees and Storms (including Wind Resistant Trees)
Brunswick County Pruning Calendar
Selecting Tree Care Professional including links to help find certified arborists.
Recurring Issues with Thujas (Arborvitaes)
Native Plants and Wildlife
Recommended Native Plants for Urban Landscapes
Native Plants for Watershed Buffer Zones
Butterflies and Their Host Plants
Audubon Native Plants for Birds Lists
Pollinator Plant Guide for Our Region (Coastal Plain)
Other Frequently Asked-for Resources:
Controlling Mosquitos while Protecting Pollinators
Palm-Cycad General Care Factsheet
Vegetable/Herb Planting Calendar
Rain Barrel Fact/Instruction Sheet
Interested in the Extension Master Gardener volunteer program? click here for More information on the Extension Master Gardener program in Brunswick County
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For additional assistance and resources, feel free to give us a call at 910-253-2610.