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Brunswick County Center

25 Referendum Dr, Bolivia NC, 28422 (910) 253-2610
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Our Programs

  • 4-H Youth Development
  • Animal Agriculture
  • Crop & Plant Production
  • Environment & Natural Resources
  • Local Food
  • Food Safety & Processing
  • Nutrition & Health
  • Home & Family
    • Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
  • Lawn & Garden
  • Community & Business

Local Resources

  • Voluntary Agricultural District (VAD)
  • Brunswick Botanical Garden
  • Newsletter Sign-up
  • Soil Sample Testing

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  1. Lawn & Garden /
  2. Consumer Horticulture

Consumer Horticulture

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: 

Brunswick County Newcomer's Packet

What grows well in Brunswick County gardens.

North Carolina Extension Plant Toolbox

Search for plants, and understand their light, soil, and water needs.

NC State Sea Grant's Coastal Landscape Initiative

Resources for coastal Landscapes.

Rain Garden Handbook

Information about stormwater management through rain gardens including ideas and plant selections.

Landscaping Freshwater Shorelines

Information about protecting freshwater shorelines from lawn chemicals and planting buffers for wildlife.

Soil Sample Information

Soil testing is a must for ascertaining the appropriate pH and soil nutrients for your turf and other garden plantings.

Tree Care Information

Find information on general maintenance and pruning.

Plant Selection Resources

Guides for selecting plants that will thrive in our coastal climate.

Pest and Disease Management

Information for treating common pest and disease issues.

For additional assistance and resources, feel free to give us a call at 910-253-2610.

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