Arboretum New Hanover County

Cooperative Extension Service

Lose yourself along magnolia-lined natural trails among dozens of varieties of shade-loving camellias on this 7-acre site, 6 miles east of downtown. The Japanese tea house and a gazebo are lovely places to relax, or you could spend a moment of reflection by the water garden. Your little ones will enjoy exploring the children's cottage. The arboretum is part of a research and educational complex.

The Arboretum is a unique, 7-acre park, 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...

New Hanover County Extension Service Arboretum