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A public garden celebrating, researching, and conserving southeastern native plants. Follow for a peek into our 1,200+ acres of gardens and preserves!

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The ford is open! Once again, visitors can access the Mason Farm Biological Reserve by driving through Morgan Creek behind Finley Golf Course. This access point had been closed since Tropical Storm Chantal fundamentally changed the flow of the creek in July 2025. A lot of time and effort went into making this crossing safe, and we are excited to offer easier access to this local wildlife haven and birdwatching gem.

A permit is required to visit: sign up at https://ncbg.unc.edu/visit/mason-farm-biological-reserve And be sure to check the water level of the ford to make sure it is safe to cross when you visit! You can access that information on the same webpage. by @ncbotanicalgarden

The weather forecast looks a bit breezy and wet for tomorrow's NatureFest, so we are moving the fun indoors! We will still have crafts, nature activities, carnivorous plants, and live animals including owls, hawks, salamanders, turtles, and more. Free, designed for families with children up to age 10. by @ncbotanicalgarden

As fall brings color and change to our region, pollinators are still on the prowl for fall-blooming wildflowers. From our courtyard display gardens to the wild pine savannas downeast, goldenrods provide easy fuel and food for native insects and birds. Join Scott as he engages us once again in two more native goldenrods of North Carolina. #ncbotanicalgarden #goldenrods #nativeplants #botanyeducation by @ncbotanicalgarden

It's planting time! In this region, fall is the best time to add native plants to your garden. Our Daily Plant Sale is overflowing with great options for your home. Stop by Tuesday -Sunday, 9-5. by @ncbotanicalgarden

Bring the whole family for a day of outdoor fun, learning, and exploration! Perfect for children up to age 12, this free event features hands-on stations setup throughout the display gardens that invite kids (and grown-ups) to connect with the wonders of nature in North Carolina. We’ll be joined by community partners Chapel Hill Public Library, New Hope Bird Alliance, NC Herpetological Society, NC Science Trail, Raptor Insights, and Triangle Land Conservancy. Free and open to the public! Locopops will be available for purchase. by @ncbotanicalgarden

Plant Science Conversations: The Role of University Gardens in Conservation

College and university botanic gardens are key to plant conservation. They increase our
capacity to solve the grand challenges of the next century, including climate change,
sustainability, and conservation of threatened species. Join garden directors Damon Waitt and
Susan Pell as they explore how The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the North
Carolina Botanical Garden are capitalizing on institutional resources and botanical education to
tackle these challenges head on.

Presenters: Dr. Damon Waitt, Director, North Carolina Botanical Garden; Dr. Susan Pell,
Executive Director, U.S. Botanic Garden

Watch the full video on our YouTube page (live link in bio)

This program was recorded on July 24, 2026. Find upcoming programs at
www.USBG.gov/Programs by @ncbotanicalgarden

The deadline for applying for our Irrigation Technician position has been extended to Monday! The Communications Assistant position closes today. Please share! by @ncbotanicalgarden

Who’s excited for our fall plant sale this weekend? Many of you often come hunting for new plants to add to your gardens and showy, low maintenance perennials are a great start. Join Scott Ward and Jessica Hoyt as they showcase just a few plants that will be available this weekend. A big thank you is due to our nursery, horticulture and administrative staff for helping to pull off our plant sales and a big shout out to you and the many people who have gathered here for years to support southeastern native plants. #ncbotanicalgarden #nativeplants by @ncbotanicalgarden

Join our team! We currently have two positions open! by @ncbotanicalgarden

Join us for the Native Peoples, Native Plants Symposium, October 6th, to celebrate the cultural relationships between Native American peoples and native plants.

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#AmericanIndianCenter #Americanindian #nativeamerican #nativeleadership #communityengagement by @ncbotanicalgarden

You can start making your shopping list for our Fall Plant Sale on Saturday, September 26! We have posted the list of plants that will be available at the beginning of the sale. Find that list and more information at NCBG.unc.edu/fall-plant-sale

If you would like first pick of these plants, become a member of the North Carolina Botanical Garden Foundation. Members have access to shop on Friday, September 25. There are still slots available that evening! by @ncbotanicalgarden

Our Therapeutic Horticulture program is one of the finalists for the National Garden Bureau’s Therapeutic Garden Grant, which would provide funding to help us expand accessibility at the Farm at Penny Lane. The grant would allow us to add several new raised beds and shade cloths to the garden to make it easier for participants with a range of mobility and sensory needs to comfortably participate throughout the seasons.

As part of the grant, there is a public voting process, and the top voted project gets the largest amount of funding support. Please watch our video and cast a vote for "NC Botanical Garden – The Farm at Penny Lane" using the link below:

https://ngb.org/therapeutic-garden-grant-voting/ by @ncbotanicalgarden