The Hands that Built the Arboretum
When you take a stroll through the beautiful New Hanover County Extension and Arboretum, you first see a stunning …
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The History and Heart of the North Carolina Christmas Trees
Written by Amber Ellis – Extension Associate for NCSU’s Stormwater Engineering Research Group in the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department Most …
Building a Better Community, One Raindrop at a Time
Written by Amber Ellis – part of the NCSU’s Stormwater Engineering Research Group I’m a stormwater engineer, and, like most …
Compost Your Pumpkins - 2025 Pumpkin Collection Event
As we transition into fall, many of us prepare to decorate or carve pumpkins to get into the Halloween …
Celebrate Local Art at the 29th Annual Art in the Arboretum
Calling all art lovers, nature enthusiasts, and weekend wanderers! The New Hanover County Arboretum will be blooming with creativity …
Discover Youth Art & Activities at the 2025 Art in the Arboretum
Written by EMGVA intern Erica Noble Gather all your friends and family and enjoy a pleasant autumn day during the …
The Importance of Permeable Pavement Maintenance
Written by Amber Ellis – Extension Associate for NCSU’s Stormwater Engineering Research Group in the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department If …
Impervious Surface Disconnections – Gutters and Rain Barrels
–Written by Stormwater Engineer Amber Ellis Did you know that one of the most impactful actions property owners can take …
Retrofitting Stormwater Ponds for Improved Performance
Written by Stormwater Engineer Amber Ellis Retention ponds are the most common tool with which we deal with stormwater runoff …
How the Arboretum Took Root
Do you know what exciting addition came to New Hanover County in 1989? Let me take you on a …
Nature's Class Room
Written by Therapeutic Horticulture Program Assistant – Kadence Baumgardner As another school year comes to a close, we’re reflecting …
Cape Fear Native Plant Festival 2025
Join us for the 2025 Cape Fear Native Plant Festival! The Native Plant Alliance will host the 10th Annual Native …